Osasuna and Levante face each other this Monday, December 8, 2025, in the 15th round of LaLiga, at Estadio El Sadar, at Pamplona, The game, scheduled for 5pm Brasília time (6pm local time), pits two teams in the fight against relegation. With 12 points, Osasuna occupies 17th place, while Levante, with 9 points, is at the bottom, in 20th place.
Both teams are looking for victory to ease the pressure on the table. The field command favors Osasuna, who need to break a streak of six games without a win in the league. Referee José Luis Guzmán Mansilla referees the match, averaging 0.12 cards per game in his career.
The match gains importance due to its proximity in the classification. Previsões indicates favoritism to Osasuna, with odds of 1.67 for a home win, a draw at 3.90 and a win for Levante at 5.00.
- Osasuna: 3 wins, 3 draws and 8 losses in 14 games.
- Levante: 2 wins, 3 draws and 9 defeats in 14 games.
- Average goals: Osasuna scores 1.07 per match; Levante, 0.64.
Probable lineups and absences
The Osasuna lineup must maintain the 3-4-2-1 formation used in the last game by Copa del Rey. Coach Alessio Lisci counts on important returns after the 5-3 victory over CD Ebro, on December 2nd. Sergio Herrera returns to goal, while Ante Budimir, top scorer with 5 goals in LaLiga, leads the attack.
In Levante, 4-4-2 must be preserved under the command of Álvaro del Moral. The team is coming off a 2-0 defeat to Athletic Bilbao, but the Honduran Kervin Arriaga should start in midfield. Suspensões have not been confirmed, but injuries affect both sides.
Confirmed embezzlements include Iker Benito and Matias Moreno in Osasuna, as well as Mathew Ryan and Unai Elgezabal in Levante. Pablo Martínez and Carlos Espí are under evaluation.
Osasuna adjusted the defense with a focus on quick transitions, while Levante prioritizes counterattacks.
Recent team form
Osasuna has accumulated irregular results in the last five LaLiga matches. The team drew 2-2 with Mallorca in the previous round, showing improvement in the offensive sector, but defensive flaws persist.
In the five recent rounds, Pamplona’s team scored just two points, with three consecutive defeats before the draw. The victory in Copa del Rey brought relief, but the league demands consistency.
Levante faces a deeper crisis, with four consecutive defeats in LaLiga. The only recent victory came at Copa del Rey, 1-0 over CD Cieza, but the overall performance is worrying.
- Osasuna last 5 LaLiga games: Empate 2-2 (Mallorca), Derrota 0-1 (Real Sociedad), Derrota 1-2 (Atlético
- Lift last 5 LaLiga games: Derrota 0-2 (Athletic Bilbao), Derrota 1-3 (Real Madrid),
These numbers highlight the urgency for tactical changes.
Confrontation history
Osasuna and Levante have faced each other 20 times in LaLiga history, with an advantage for the home team. Osasuna won 10 matches, compared to 7 for Levante and 3 draws, with an average of 2.60 goals per game.
In the last five meetings, balance prevailed: two wins for each side and one draw. The most recent, in March 2022, ended 3-1 for Osasuna, with goals from Chimy Ávila, Ante Budimir and Darko Brašanac.
In Pamplona, Osasuna dominates: six wins in ten games this century, against three for Levante and a draw. The last visiting victory dates back to 2019.
Factors such as ball possession and finishing favor the home team, with 55% average dominance in duels. The retrospect reinforces the expectation of a disputed game, but inclined towards Osasuna.
Featured players and top scorers
Ante Budimir appears as a key player for Osasuna, with 5 goals this season. The 33-year-old Croatian stands out for his presence in the box and has already scored against Levante previously.
In midfield, Jon Moncayola and Lucas Torró control the pace, with an average of 71% successful passes. Víctor Muñoz, with a rating of 6.7 in the last game, is an option in attack.
For Levante, Iván Romero leads with 4 goals, followed by Karl Etta Eyong, also with 4. Defender Oriol Rey, rated 5.3, faces Muñoz in the private duel.
- Osasuna gunners: Budimir (5), Raúl García (4), Catena (2).
- Levante gunners: Eyong (5), Romero (4), Morales (2).
These athletes define the offensive balance.
Where to watch live and tickets
The game will be broadcast on ESPN 4 and Disney+ on Brasil, with narration starting at 4:45 pm. Plataformas streaming services like the ESPN app offer free options for subscribers.
At Estadio El Sadar, capacity for 23 thousand fans, tickets sold out quickly. Preços ranged from 30 to 80 euros, with priority for members. Online sales via the official website of Osasuna prioritized residents of Navarra.
For those in Pamplona, gates open at 4pm local time. Transmissões international channels include local channels on Espanha via Movistar.
Coverage includes live scores on apps like Sofascore, with real-time statistics.
Weather conditions and arbitration
The weather in Pamplona predicts slightly cloudy skies, with a maximum of 14°C and a minimum of 4°C on the day of the game. Ventos weak ones from the south, at 14-15 km/h, should not interfere with the lawn.
Humidity is around 70%, favorable for long passes. Nenhuma precipitation is expected, ensuring ideal conditions.
José Luis Guzmán Mansilla referees a regional classic for the first time. Sua average of 4.95 cards per game indicates rigidity, with a focus on tactical fouls. Assistentes include professionals from Federação Espanhola.
VAR will be available, with review of controversial moves.
Curiosities and hunches
Estadio El Sadar, opened in 1967, registers 23 thousand fans on average per game. Osasuna have never lost to Levante at home in the last three years.
Predictions point to Osasuna winning 2-1, with Budimir scoring. Probabilidade of both scoring is 60%, according to recent statistics.
- Curiosities: Levante returned to the elite after three years; Osasuna has 100% success rate at home against flashlights.
- Prediction: Osasuna wins (49% chance); Mais of 1.5 goals (73%).
The game promises tension until the final whistle.
