Expected goals
Celta de Vigo and Levante draw without goals at Balaídos in the 12th round of LaLiga
Teams create few clear opportunities and add only one point in the Spanish Championship standings
In a match valid for the 12th round of LaLiga, Celta de Vigo and Levante drew 0-0 on Sunday at the Abanca Balaídos Stadium. With a tight match and no major scoring chances, the two teams added only one point in the Spanish Championship standings.
Incidents
Match Recap
The match at Balaídos started with both teams being very cautious, with the defensive systems prevailing over the attacks. The home team tried to control the actions with ball possession in midfield, but were thwarted by the visitors' solid tactical stance. The match remained stagnant for the ninety minutes, with few real scoring chances from either side and no changes to the score.
Statistics
Possession
Shots on target
Pass accuracy
Match DNA
Six-dimensional comparison
1st half → 2nd half
Who grew or faded after the break
xG
Possession
Shots on target %
Pass %
Duels won %
Anatomy of the shots
Where each shot ended up
Territory map
Action intensity by pitch third
Celta Vigo
Levante UD
Darker shades mean more activity in that zone
Duels
Who won more battles
Ground
Aerial
Dribbles
Player impact
Accurate passes × offensive actions (size = rating)
Players with 30+ min only.
Match standout
Top-rated player's share of the team
Levante UD
Mathew Ryan
G · #13
Rating: 10.00
Match Highlights
The defensive solidity of the two teams was the central point of the match in Galicia. With no cards or decisive changes to the score, tactical discipline ended up neutralizing the main offensive thrusts. Both teams prioritized organization and closing spaces, which limited the dangerous plays inside the penalty areas throughout the match.
What the Numbers Say
With the goalless draw, Celta de Vigo accumulated its third draw in the last matches and now has a recent campaign with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in the last five matches it played. On the other hand, Levante interrupted a previous negative sequence and now has a recent record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses in its most recent commitments in the Spanish competition.
Lineup
How teams lined up at kick-off
Celta Vigo
Manager: Claudio Giráldez
Starters
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Bench
Levante UD
Manager: Luís Castro
Starters
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Bench
Man of the match
Mathew Ryan
Levante UD
Referee
Miguel Angel Ortiz Arias
What Changes Now
Both teams return to the field after the national calendar break. Celta de Vigo will face a challenge away from home against Real Madrid on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Santiago Bernabéu, for the 13th round of LaLiga. Meanwhile, Levante will play in front of its fans when it hosts Elche on Monday, November 23, 2026, at the Ciudad de Valencia stadium, also for the 13th round of the tournament.



