The 2017-18 campaign was a dramatic, two-part season for Levante as Granotas ultimately secured a respectable 15th-place finish in La Liga, well clear of the drop. The season was truly defined by the stunning mid-season arrival of manager Paco López, who engineered a remarkable late-season resurgence to secure survival and famously ended FC Barcelona's quest for an unbeaten league season with a thrilling 5-4 victory on the penultimate matchday. Leading the charge throughout the campaign was the club's beloved star, José Luis Morales, whose 10 crucial league goals and electrifying performances proved vital. It was a pivotal year that marked the beginning of a new, high-flying era and remains an unforgettable chapter in Levante's history.