Levante UD Women 2-1 Sport Extremadura Women: Segunda Futfem Match Report

Levante UD Women claimed a hard-fought 2-1 win over Sport Extremadura Women in the Spanish Segunda Futfem on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Goals from Claudia and Marta gave Levante a two-goal cushion, and although Lucía pulled one back for Extremadura, the home side held on for all three points.

The result strengthens Levante UD Women’s position in the promotion race and highlights their ability to manage a close game. Sport Extremadura Women showed plenty of fight, but they were left to rue a slow start and a failure to convert late pressure into an equaliser.

Match Overview

Levante UD Women began confidently, dominating possession and creating chances through the wide areas. Their reward came in the 18th minute when Claudia arrived at the back post to convert a low cross. Sport Extremadura Women responded with a higher press, but Levante’s goalkeeper made two important saves to preserve the lead before half-time.

Levante doubled their advantage in the 64th minute. Marta won the ball in midfield, played a one-two, and drilled a shot into the bottom corner. Sport Extremadura Women refused to give up and halved the deficit in the 79th minute through Lucía, who finished neatly after a goalmouth scramble. The closing stages were tense, but Levante defended bravely to see out the win.

Key Moments

• 18th minute: Claudia opens the scoring for Levante UD Women with a back-post finish.
• 41st minute: Levante’s goalkeeper saves a powerful free-kick to keep the lead intact.
• 64th minute: Marta makes it 2-0 with a driving run and low finish.
• 79th minute: Lucía pulls one back for Sport Extremadura Women.
• 90+4 minutes: Levante clear a final corner to secure the victory.

Tactical Story

Levante UD Women used a 4-3-3 that emphasised width and quick combinations. Their midfield trio controlled the centre, allowing the full-backs to push forward and create overloads. Sport Extremadura Women switched between a 4-4-2 and a 5-3-2, trying to contain Levante before hitting on the break.

The key difference was Levante’s efficiency in the final third. They scored from two well-constructed moves and then dropped deeper to protect the lead. Extremadura’s late goal gave them belief, but Levante’s defensive organisation and game management proved enough.

Standout Players

Claudia and Marta were Levante’s match-winners, combining sharp movement with composed finishes. The goalkeeper also played a crucial role with saves in both halves. For Sport Extremadura Women, Lucía was lively throughout and took her goal well, while their captain organised the defence during a difficult opening period.

What It Means

Levante UD Women collect a valuable three points in the Segunda Futfem and maintain their push near the top of the table. Sport Extremadura Women leave with credit for a spirited comeback attempt but will need to start faster in upcoming fixtures. The win keeps Levante’s promotion ambitions firmly on track.