Terzic's Two Failed Bets
September 18, 2026 ·
The match that was supposed to bring together Levante and Athletic Club had to be postponed due to bad weather. Coach Edin Terzic had prepared a line-up which now had to be cancelled.
Terzic's Two Failed Bets
According to Mundodeportivo.
Background
Maroan, who hasn't started for almost a year, now has the opportunity to show his worth after being appointed by Terzic. With Iñaki Williams and Guruzeta both recovering from injury, Maroan's performance on the pitch will be crucial for Athletic Club in facing Levante and in the following matches.
Why this is important
The postponement of this match has a significant impact on both teams, especially for the Athletic Club which has prepared its strategy and line-up. Coach Edin Terzic must reconsider his tactics ahead of the upcoming match against Deportivo Alavés. In addition, poor weather conditions highlight the challenges faced by EA Sports' La Liga clubs in maintaining the quality of matches.
Main Points
- Terzic's two failed bets.
- The match that was supposed to bring together Levante and Athletic Club had to be postponed due to bad weather.
- Las dos apuestas de Terzic que quedaron en papel mojado.
The heavy rain that hit Valencia on Wednesday evening stopped the match that was supposed to take place between Levante and Athletic Club at the Ciutat de València Stadium. The decision to postpone the match was taken after weather conditions worsened, and both teams agreed to reschedule the match for Wednesday, October 21, at 20.00 local time.
Before the match was postponed, the Athletic team had prepared on the field and coach Edin Terzic had announced the line-up of players who would be fielded. In this lineup, Terzic decided to keep the two Williams brothers on the bench and give Jauregizar the opportunity to play in midfield. However, the two most striking changes are the presence of Maroan and Johaneko, who were Terzic's new bets which must now be canceled.
The lineup that Terzic has prepared is now meaningless, and it is very likely that this formation will not be used when they play against Deportivo Alavés in the near future. This player selection may be influenced by team fatigue, the characteristics of Levante's game, as well as the potential for the pitch to become muddy due to rain.
For Maroan, this is a great opportunity to prove himself, especially after Guruzeta recovered from a muscle injury and Iñaki Williams suffered a minor injury in the previous match. Maroan has not started for almost a year, with his last appearance as a starting player coming against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on October 1 2025.
He underwent surgery a month after that game, and its impact on the rest of last season was minimal. This season too, Maroan's participation was limited to just 41 minutes, where he came on as a substitute in the matches against Sevilla and Elche at San Mamés.
Meanwhile, Johaneko has shown significant development, moving from left back to right back. Initially, he succeeded in replacing Adama Boiro as Yuri's backup on the left, and now seems to have surpassed Hugo Rincón on the right. Terzic brought on Johaneko, who wears number 31, for Areso in the match against Elche to add depth to the attack from the right side, and again trusted him in the match at Valencia. Johaneko, who is predominantly right-footed, can also play on the left, and the match at Ciutat de València was not his first as a starter. He was also selected to appear at Camp Nou, this time in the left-back position.
What happened next
The postponed match has now been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 21, at 20.00 local time. Athletic Club is expected to adjust their strategy and line-up for this match, especially with the return of several players from injury. With the season still long in EA Sports' La Liga, every match is crucial to improve your position in the standings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the postponement of the Athletic Club vs Levante match?
The match was postponed due to heavy rain that hit Valencia, which made the weather conditions even worse.
When will the Athletic Club vs Levante match be rescheduled?
The match has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 21, at 20.00 local time.
Which players are injured ahead of this match?
Iñaki Williams suffered a minor injury before the match, while Guruzeta has just recovered from a muscle injury.
What impact will the postponement of the match have on Athletic Club's line-up?
The line-up prepared by coach Edin Terzic is meaningless and is unlikely to be used against Deportivo Alavés.
What to expect from Maroan after the match postponement?
Maroan will be expected to prove himself, especially after not being a starter for so long, and with this opportunity following Iñaki Williams' injury.
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