FC Barcelona will face Levante UD today, 22 February 2026, at 15:15 British time, in a match that has the potential to influence the LaLiga title battle, Softfootball reports.
Currently, Barcelona holds second place in the 2025/26 LaLiga standings with 58 points, trailing Real Madrid CF by two points. Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 loss to CA Osasuna on Saturday, 21 February 2026, creating a chance for Barcelona to take the top spot.
A win against Levante would elevate Barcelona to 61 points, putting them ahead of their rivals in the standings. This match represents a significant chance, particularly after Barcelona experienced a setback with a 2-1 defeat to Girona FC last week.
On the other hand, Levante is in a relegation battle, currently sitting 19th in the standings and desperate for points. Matches against teams fighting to avoid relegation can be challenging.
Historically, Barcelona has performed well against Levante, winning seven of their last ten encounters, with one draw and two wins for Levante. Despite being the favorites, Barcelona must remain cautious, as unpredictability has been a common theme in recent matches.
This weekend has already showcased surprises, with Madrid’s unexpected defeat to Osasuna and Chelsea’s 1-1 draw with Burnley making headlines. Barcelona will know that they cannot afford to take anything for granted.
As the match unfolds at Camp Nou, all eyes will be on Barcelona as they aim to take a firm grip on the title race.
