The LaLiga EA Sports relegation battle intensifies: eight clubs in the danger zone. Levante snatched a late victory and drew level on points with Alavés. Now, just three points separate eight teams in the relegation zone. The fight to stay in LaLiga EA Sports is reaching a new level.
Friday evening in Valencia brought an unexpected twist to the bottom of the LaLiga EA Sports table. Levante pulled off a comeback victory over their rivals thanks to an Etta Eyong goal in the 90th minute, allowing the team to reach 36 points and catch up with Alavés. Now both clubs are right on the edge of the relegation zone, with Alavés dropping to second to last place.
After this result, the relegation battle has become as tense as possible: eight teams, from Luís Castro's side up to Valencia, currently twelfth with 39 points, are separated by just three points. For many clubs, every point is now worth its weight in gold, and the intrigue at the bottom of the table is only intensifying.
The season's home stretch
In the coming days, fans' attention will be focused on Camp Nou, where another Clásico will take place. Barcelona only need a draw against Real Madrid to practically secure the championship. Only a win for Madrid will keep the title race alive, but even then the Catalans would need just two more points from the final three rounds.
European zone and new contenders
Alongside the relegation battle, European competition spots are being claimed. Rayo’s victory in Estrasburgo earned Spain an extra Champions League place. Betis, currently in fifth, now have a chance to play in Europe's top tournament for the first time in a long while. The team is six points ahead of Celta, who are sixth and aiming for a Europa League spot. Real Sociedad have already secured European football as cup winners.
Context and details
The situation in the relegation zone resembles the scenario that recently unfolded between Elche and Alavés. As noted in the article about the crucial survival match, Alavés found themselves on the verge of relegation after Levante's success. Now the battle to stay in La Liga is becoming even fiercer, and each round can shift the balance of power.
