Ifeany Ndukwe’s first start for Levante: costly error and key goal vs Sevilla

Ifeany Ndukwe got his first start for Levante in the Levante-Sevilla match on Monday, and he was made to pay for it early. He misjudged a clearance that turned into Sevilla’s 0-1 opener.

From villain to hero

Even so, the Austrian defender steadied things afterward with strong defensive work and aerial control. With Levante pushing and playing with a numerical advantage after Isaac’s sending off, Ndukwe then scored the 1-1 equaliser. The goal came from a rebound at the Ciutat de València, sparking celebrations and marking his first for the club.

Speaking after the game, Luis Castro praised the mental resilience: “A player of his age who makes an error… keeps the personality…”. He also said the goal can give the youngster stability. The report adds that the 18-year-old joined Levante in the final stretch of the transfer window, agreeing a Liverpool loan until the end of the season with no option to buy.