Deportivo looked set to claim all three points at the ABANCA-RIAZOR Stadium after Bil Nsongo broke the deadlock in the 63rd minute. However, Levante fought back late in the contest to secure a valuable point away from home.
The result left Deportivo eighth in the table with 11 points, pending the remaining fixtures of the ninth round, while Levante gained ground in their fight to move away from the relegation zone.
Nsongo gives Deportivo the lead
The first half was closely contested, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut scoring opportunities. Deportivo enjoyed spells of possession, but neither side managed to find the breakthrough before the interval.
The home side eventually took the lead in the 63rd minute through Nsongo Bil. Yeremay Hernández produced an impressive attacking run before his effort created the opportunity for Nsongo to finish and put Deportivo ahead.
The goal gave the hosts hope of securing a home victory, but Levante continued to search for a response.
Requena strikes to rescue Levante
Levante's persistence paid off in the 82nd minute when Dani Requena found the net to make it 1-1. Petar Ratkov provided the assist, setting up Requena to finish and bring the visitors level.
The late goal punished Deportivo for failing to protect their advantage and ensured the points were shared at Riazor.
Deportivo came close to restoring their lead in the closing stages. Jonathan Asp Jensen struck the crossbar in the 88th minute, missing a significant opportunity to secure a dramatic late winner for the hosts.
Deportivo left frustrated by missed opportunity
Deportivo head coach Antonio Hidalgo was left disappointed that his side could not see out the match after taking the lead. He acknowledged that the team had not produced its best performance but felt a game in which they had established an advantage so late should have ended in victory.
The draw extended Deportivo's wait for a home win in this league encounter, while Levante could take encouragement from their late response and the point earned on the road.
Match details
• Deportivo de La Coruña: Bil Nsongo 63'
• Levante: Dani Requena 82' (assist: Petar Ratkov)
Final score: Deportivo de La Coruña 1-1 Levante
Competition: LaLiga EA Sports, Matchday 9
Date: Friday, 16 October 2026
Venue: ABANCA-RIAZOR Stadium, A Coruña
Attendance: 28,437
Deportivo will rue the missed chance to collect three points, particularly after Asp Jensen's late effort struck the woodwork. Levante, meanwhile, will take confidence from their resilience in earning a share of the spoils.