Cultural Leonesa vs Levante prediction, H2H and probable lineups - December 17, 2025
One of the Copa del Rey round of 32 clashes will unfold on Wednesday at the Reino de León stadium in León, where the local side Cultural Leonesa will host Levante. I’m offering a bet on the outcome of this encounter, drawing on the current form of both teams and the home crowd advantage.
Match preview
Cultural Leonesa are enjoying an inspiring run, displaying bold and well-balanced football under Ziganda’s guidance. The team has won four of their last six games, netting eight goals and showcasing dynamic wing play and relentless pressing in the opposition half. Striker Roman stands out as the confident spearhead of the attack, while midfield support makes the hosts’ game unpredictable and full of life.
On their home turf, Leonesa transform into a formidable unit—this is reflected not only in their results but also in the stats: over 60 shots in their last five matches, a high pass completion rate, and minimal disciplinary issues. Their 4-2-3-1 formation operates like clockwork, striking a perfect balance between offense and defense. Crucially, Leonesa consistently capitalize on set pieces—especially corners—turning them into a genuine weapon.
Levante approach this fixture with a contrasting mood—just two goals scored in their last five outings and a noticeable decline in performance, which has left them anchored to the bottom of the La Liga table. Despite a structured setup and discipline in midfield, the team suffers from a lack of creativity and finishing power. Striker Koyalipu remains isolated in most attacking moves, depriving the side of attacking depth.
In the latest round, Levante suffered a comprehensive 0-2 away defeat to Osasuna. That loss marked their fourth in the last five matches, with the only exception being a narrow 1-0 cup win over Ciudad Cieza. Given their away status and current slump, the visitors’ chances look slim—especially if the hosts manage to convert their chances early on.
Probable lineups
- Cultural Leonesa: Banus, Garcia, Fornos, Larios Lopez, Barzic, Maestre, Ojeda, Bicho, Mboula, Ribeiro, Roman
- Levante: Ryan, Cabello, Toljan, Victor Garcia, Sanchez, Rey, Olasagasti, Arriaga, Vencedor, Koyalipu, Alvarez, Bruge
Match facts and head-to-head
- Cultural Leonesa have won 4 of their last 6 matches, scoring 8 goals.
- Levante have netted just two goals in their last five fixtures.
- Leonesa have more than twice as many corners as their opponents (23 to 9).
Prediction
Cup ties are often unpredictable, but the current state of these teams leaves little room for surprises. Cultural Leonesa are in form, playing at home, and look convincing both in results and style. Levante, by contrast, are struggling in attack and risk getting bogged down in positional defense yet again. We believe the hosts are closer to victory and suggest backing them with an Asian handicap for added safety.
