Espanyol vs Levante Match Preview: Key Player Absences and Impact

Espanyol host Levante at RCDE Stadium in Cornella de Llobregat on 27 April 2026 (19:00 UTC) in La Liga, Regular Season - 32. Espanyol come into the fixture 14th on 38 points with a goal difference of -12, while Levante sit 19th on 32 points and -13, currently in the “Relegation - LaLiga2” zone.

Espanyol & Levante Availability

Espanyol have one confirmed absentee. J. Puado (Knee Injury) is sidelined. Listed as an attacker and part of the first-team group, his absence trims Luis García’s forward options but the rest of the core squad, including creative midfielder Edu Expósito, is available.

Levante face a more crowded treatment room and a suspension. R. Brugue (Knee Injury) is sidelined. U. Elgezabal (Knee Injury) is sidelined. I. Romero (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension after accumulation. In addition, K. Tunde (Injury) is doubtful and will require a late fitness check. These issues affect both their defensive structure and attacking rotations.

No further injuries or suspensions are listed beyond these names.

Impact Summary

Espanyol lose one attacker but retain their main creative hub in Edu Expósito, whose six assists underline his importance to their chance creation. Levante, by contrast, are without multiple senior figures across defense and attack plus a suspended midfielder, reducing depth and flexibility in a crucial relegation battle away from home.