In a dramatic clash during matchday 36 of La Liga, Levante fought their way out of the relegation zone with a hard-fought 3-2 win over Celta Vigo at the Estadio de Balaídos. The victory lifted Levante from 19th to 16th place, while Celta Vigo remained sixth, keeping their Europa League qualification hopes alive despite the defeat.
The first half was a pulsating affair, with both sides committing to attacking football. Celta Vigo struck early, as Ferran Jutglà capitalized on a precise assist from Hugo Álvarez to open the scoring in the 4th minute. Levante responded with relentless pressure and found their equalizer just before halftime—Kervin Arriaga finished a sharp pass from Jeremy Toljan in the 43rd minute, sending the teams into the break level at 1-1.
The second half continued at a blistering pace. Celta Vigo regained the lead just four minutes after the restart, with Jutglà again finding the net after a clever assist from Javier Rueda. However, Levante refused to wilt. Della leveled the score in the 57th minute, finishing off a move initiated by Arriaga. The momentum swung decisively in Levante’s favor when Roger Brugé struck in the 63rd minute, converting a cross from Jon Ander Olazagasti to make it 3-2.
Despite a late surge from Celta Vigo, who threw players forward in search of an equalizer, Levante’s defense held firm. The visitors managed the closing stages with discipline and composure, securing a vital three points that could prove decisive in their battle to avoid relegation. With this result, Levante now sit just outside the danger zone, while Celta Vigo must regroup to maintain their push for European football.