VALENCIA, Spain (April 13, 2026) (Interstat) — Carlos Espí scored in the 83rd minute to give Levante a 1-0 victory over Getafe in a contentious La Liga season opener Monday at Estadio Ciudad de Valencia.

The match defied pregame projections, as Interstat’s game simulator had forecast a 1-1 draw and its ELO system gave Getafe a 58.5% chance to win. Espí, who also received a yellow card in the 11th minute, provided the decisive finish after a buildup involving several substitutes.

The contest was marred by discipline, featuring eight yellow cards. Getafe’s Zaid Romero received a red card in stoppage time, compounding the visitor’s frustration. Levante begins its campaign with a win, while Getafe starts with a loss.