Osasuna is set to begin their 2026-27 La Liga campaign with a match against Levante on Monday. The hosts are eager to start strong after narrowly avoiding relegation last season, finishing 17th in the league. In contrast, Levante has already played one match this season, suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat to Espanyol on August 16.

Last season, Osasuna faced challenges, coming close to losing their La Liga status. They have since made three signings to strengthen their squad: Jonathan Dubasin, Rockson Yeboah, and Diego Rico. However, they also experienced a significant departure, with Victor Munoz transferring to Liverpool in a high-profile deal. The team had a mixed pre-season, winning three of their six friendlies against Racing Santander, Ipswich Town, and Norwich City, but losing to Napoli and Al-Ain, and drawing with Arenas Getxo in their last match.

Historically, Osasuna has had the upper hand against Levante, winning 16 of their last 34 encounters. However, the last meeting ended in a 3-2 victory for Levante in May 2026. Levante, who finished 16th last season, had an identical record to Osasuna, with both teams securing 11 wins, nine draws, and 18 defeats. They have also been active in the transfer market, bringing in seven new players, including Hugo Sotelo and Aissa Mandi, and are expected to make further additions before the window closes.

In terms of team news, Osasuna will likely be without Valentin Rosier due to a hamstring injury, but they are otherwise in good shape. New signings Rico and Dubasin are expected to make their debuts, while Ante Budimir, who scored 17 goals last season, will lead the attack. Levante will welcome back Roger Brugue after a suspension, but Alejandro Primo remains a doubt due to a shoulder injury. Despite their recent performance against Espanyol, Levante's head coach, Luis Castro, is expected to maintain a consistent lineup.

Predictions for the match lean towards a narrow victory for Osasuna, with a suggested scoreline of 1-0, as they aim to capitalize on home advantage against a struggling Levante.