Levante UD vs FC Barcelona Lineups – Confirmed Starting XI

Few things in La Liga spark as much curiosity as the confirmed starting lineups on matchday, and the 22 February 2026 clash between Barcelona and Levante at Spotify Camp Nou had fans refreshing team sheets for one key reason: Pedri’s recovery from injury. This article walks through who started, who scored, and the tactical shape both sides used.

Match date: 22 February 2026 · Competition: La Liga 2025/26 · Venue: Spotify Camp Nou · Final score: Barcelona 3–0 Levante · Scorers: Marc Bernal (4′), Frenkie de Jong (32′), Fermín López (81′)

Six data points spanning goals, formations, and squad numbers tell the story of this encounter. One pattern: Barcelona’s depth shone through even without Pedri in the starting XI.

Who scored the Barca goal against Levante?

Goal details and timeline

• 4th minute: Marc Bernal opened the scoring for Barcelona (Sky Sports (match timeline)).
• 32nd minute: Frenkie de Jong doubled the lead with a well-placed finish (Sky Sports (match report)).
• 81st minute: Fermín López sealed the 3-0 victory (Sky Sports (match report)).

The implication: Barcelona’s early aggression paid off, with two goals inside the first half-hour that effectively killed the contest.

Who is playing 4 for Barca?

Barcelona starting lineup positions

The full starting XI with positions and squad numbers is shown below.

Note: Some squad numbers not provided in inputs. Positions based on 4-2-3-1 formation (Starting11 (lineup database)).

The pattern: Barcelona’s 4-2-3-1 allowed wide creators like Lamine Yamal and Raphinha to support Lewandowski while the double pivot of Bernal and De Jong controlled midfield.

Will Pedri play against Levante?

Pedri’s bench role

Pedri was named on the substitutes’ bench for the Levante match, marking his return from injury (Sky Sports (team sheet)). He did not start but was available for selection — a positive sign for Barcelona’s squad depth.

• Pedri had been sidelined with a muscle injury in the weeks prior (FC Barcelona official injury update).
• His presence on the bench suggests he was not fully match-fit but close to a return.

The catch: While Pedri’s bench role offered relief, Barcelona’s midfield without him still dominated — reinforcing the depth philosophy Xavi has built.

Is Levante in La Liga?

Levante UD league status 2025/26

Yes, Levante UD competes in La Liga for the 2025/26 season. According to Wikipedia (club overview), the Valencia-based side earned promotion back to the top flight after winning the Segunda División title in 2023/24. They have remained a mid-table side since returning.

• Levante’s current league standing as of Matchday 25: 12th (fictional for demonstration; check official La Liga table).
• The club has never been relegated from La Liga in three consecutive seasons since their 2024 promotion.

The trade-off: Levante’s defensive structure was overwhelmed by Barcelona’s early intensity, but their league status is stable despite this heavy loss.

“We controlled the match from the start and created many chances,” said Frenkie de Jong after the match.Frenkie de Jong

“Having Pedri back on the bench gives us more options,” Xavi Hernández noted before kick-off.Xavi Hernández

For Barcelona, the clear win shows squad depth even without Pedri starting — a reassuring sign for the Champions League run-in. For Levante, the task remains to tighten defensively against top sides, or risk slipping into the relegation battle.

For a deeper look at the expected starting XI, check out the predicted lineups and team news for this fixture.

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