6 January 2023 at 17:30
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Sporting Gijon
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Away Record: Levante
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Sporting Gijon and Levante drew 1:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2022. Goals were scored by Joni Montiel 27′ (pen.), J. Otero 47′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Sporting Gijon had 42% possession while Levante held 58%. Sporting Gijon had 7 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (3 on target) for Levante. Sporting Gijon made 5 substitutions, Levante made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Sporting Gijon and Levante — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Pedro Díaz
Match Statistics
Sporting Gijon had 42% possession against Levante's 58%. Sporting Gijon registered 7 shots (2 on target) while Levante managed 14 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 9–13.
Lineups
Sporting Gijon lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Abelardo, while Levante deployed a 4-4-1-1 under Javi Calleja.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sporting Gijon is 6.93, compared to 6.80 for Levante. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Sporting Gijon's highest-rated starter is J. Otero (7.10), while Levante's best-rated player is Pablo Martínez (6.80).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sporting Gijon have contributed 14 goals and 18 assists this season, led by J. Otero (12G). Levante's starters account for 1 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by Pablo Martínez (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Sporting Gijon deploy 5 defenders rated 6.95 on average, against Levante's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Sporting Gijon field 4 midfielders averaging 6.92, versus Levante's 4 rated 6.80. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Sporting Gijon start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Levante averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for Sporting Gijon and 75% for Levante. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Sporting Gijon's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Levante. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Sporting Gijon's starting XI is 26.0 (youngest: Nacho Martín (23), oldest: J. Otero (30)), while Levante average 27.0 (youngest: Pablo Martínez (27), oldest: Pablo Martínez (27)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Sporting Gijon's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 21 for Levante. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Abelardo
Substitutes
Coach: Javi Calleja
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Sporting Gijon have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Levante show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 17 Apr 2026