Levante head coach Luis Castro gave a positive assessment of his team's goalless draw against Málaga CF at La Rosaleda. The match, part of LaLiga EA Sports, ended with a point apiece in a game of few clear chances, as reported by Sport.es. Sport.es first reported the story.
The Granota manager stated that "the point at La Rosaleda is not bad" and acknowledged the quality of the opposition. "We knew they were a good team, one of those that plays well in LaLiga," said Castro, who also admitted he should have spoken differently to his players before the match due to the novelties in Málaga's starting eleven.
How did the match unfold?
Levante had the first big chance of the game within the opening minute. In the following moments, Nacho Pérez tried his luck from a corner and Brugué had one or two attempts. According to Castro's analysis, his team was better in the first part of the second half, while Málaga CF improved significantly in the final minutes. The shot statistics showed that Levante had the same or more attempts than the home side.
The coach explained that his plan was to press high and maintain possession, aware that Málaga CF is a team that knows how to apply different types of pressure. Despite the result, Castro showed his respect for referees and accepted they can make mistakes, a stance he maintains consistently.
How did the new signings perform?
Two of Levante's summer signings, Yanis Musuayi and Dani Requena, met expectations during their visit to La Rosaleda. Castro detailed that Musuayi, who is still adapting to the intensity of LaLiga, is training very well. Meanwhile, Dani Requena executed on the pitch exactly what was asked of him. The performance of both players fell within the technical staff's expectations, providing an encouraging sign for the team's immediate future.
Levante's next fixture in the domestic competition is at home against Athletic Club on November 29, 2026. Fans can check the full schedule on our fixtures page.
What is the context of this result?
This draw is part of the battle for positions in the middle of the LaLiga EA Sports table. For Málaga CF, the point adds to their objective of maintaining stability in the top flight. The Blue and Whites, who introduced several novelties into their starting lineup for this match, once again demonstrated their defensive solidity at their home ground.
The next matchday will also be a significant challenge for the Málaga CF side, and their progress can be followed through the team's stats. Málaga CF must now prepare for their next encounter, looking to improve their offensive output to turn these draws into wins. The match at La Rosaleda confirmed that both teams have room for improvement ahead of the upcoming fixtures on the calendar.
