Levante UD: Ryan, Mandi, Dela (Ndukwe, 70’), Hugo Sotelo (Oriol Rey, 58’), Requena, Roger Brugué, Olasagasti (Bardeli, 58’), Peter Ratkov (Iván Romero, 58’), Víctor G., Toljan, Manu Sánchez (Nacho Pérez, 70’).

FC Barcelona: Joan García, Cubarsí, Fermín, Pedri (Mar Bernal, 65’), Lamine Yamal (Dani Olmo, 65’), Raphinha, Xavi Espart (João Cancelo, 79’), Rodrigo, Anthony Gordon (Adeyemi, 66’), Gerard Martín (Christensen, 46’), Eric.

Referee: Jon Ander González (Basque Committee). Booked the home player Hugo Sotelo and the visiting player Gerard Martín.

Goals:

0-1. Xavi Espart, min. 4

0-2. Lamine Yamal, min. 18

0-3. Lamine Yamal, min. 47

1-3. Iván Romero, min. 78

2-3. Roger Brugué, min. 87

2-4. Adeyemi, min. 92

Attendance: 23,630 spectators

Levante UD demonstrated their grit, pride, and ability to compete against the leader, FC Barcelona, in a match where the Levante team faced the tough challenge of standing up to a team that counts all its matches as victories. Despite the fact that the Catalans enjoyed a 0-3 lead, the Valencian team, supported by their ever-loyal fans, did not give up. Iván Romero and Roger Brugué closed the gap and brought the score to an exciting 2-3. Levante UD believed until the end, but FC Barcelona sealed the match in added time to take all three points.

The visitors struck very early. Barely four minutes had passed when Xavi Espart received the ball at the edge of the box, found space, and surprised with a powerful right-footed shot that found its way into the Levante net. Levante UD's reaction was immediate. Luís Castro's men sought the equalizer and had two good chances. First, Ratkov controlled the ball at the penalty spot, but Cubarsí appeared to block his shot. Shortly after, Roger Brugué tried with a shot that ended up in Joan García's hands. However, just when the equalizer seemed closest, FC Barcelona struck again. Raphinha reached the byline, got past Ryan, and crossed for Lamine Yamal to send the ball into the back of the net.

The Catalan team barely gave up possession, but the Blaugranas showed their grit and pride and kept looking for goals. They came close to finding one after the first half-hour with a cross from Manu Sánchez to the far post that Víctor García, hindered by Xavi Espart's marking, couldn't finish properly.

After the break, FC Barcelona extended their lead from the penalty spot with a shot by Lamine Yamal. Levante UD came very close to scoring minutes later. Joan García cleared the ball, and it bounced off Rodri's back. The rebound fell to Roger Brugué, who didn't hesitate and tried his luck with a powerful shot that deflected off a defender before going over the crossbar.

Luís Castro made a triple substitution to bring fresh energy to the team. The new players made an immediate impact. As soon as he stepped onto the pitch, Iván Romero had a good opportunity. The play started with a long ball from Oriol Rey to Víctor García. The Levante player received it at the edge of the box, dribbled past two opponents, and passed to Iván Romero, whose shot was blocked by the defense. The '9' of Levante didn't stop trying. He fought for every ball and kept believing until he found his reward. A mistake by the rival defense allowed him to take possession of the ball and shoot to reduce the deficit and give his team hope. With the crowd fully behind them, the Valencians pushed for more and found a second goal just a few minutes later. Roger Brugué received the ball, nutmegged Cubarsí, and shot at goal. Joan García managed to block the shot, but the rebound fell back to the '7', who didn't miss on the second attempt.

The 2-3 scoreline sent the Ciutat de València into a frenzy. The final minutes of the match, plus added time, remained, and the crowd was fully behind their team. The fans believed. The team believed. And what seemed almost impossible minutes earlier now seemed within reach.

Levante UD gave it their all until the very last moment. Dedication, fight, effort, and pride to try to complete a comeback that ultimately wasn't to be. In added time, FC Barcelona found their fourth goal through Adeyemi and sealed the match.

The scoreline didn't do justice to the effort made by the Levante players, but the team's response and the unconditional support of the fans left a memorable image. At the end of the match, the Levante crowd gave their team a standing ovation, recognizing the dedication and character of a Levante UD that, once again, never stopped believing.