Girona and Osasuna will meet in a crucial LaLiga matchup that marks the end of the first half of the season. Both teams are close in the standings, separated by only one point. Girona aims for a much-needed victory to create distance from the relegation zone, while Osasuna seeks its first away win of the season.
Current Standings and Recent Form
As of now, Girona sits in 17th place, while Osasuna is in 12th. Girona recently broke a 17-match streak in the relegation zone, winning against Mallorca (1-2). This victory provided a boost in confidence after a difficult start to the campaign, where they earned just one point from their first five matches.
- Girona’s recent form: 8th best in LaLiga over the last 13 matches.
- Current points needed: Girona aims to surpass the 20-point mark set by coach Míchel for the first half.
Key Player Performances
Viktor Tsygankov is a standout for Girona, having scored four goals and provided two assists in recent matches. Míchel Sanchez may repeat the lineup from their last victory, although he awaits clarity on player transfers before finalizing his squad.
Injuries and Suspensions
Girona has some injury concerns. Key players such as Azzedine Ounahi are unavailable due to injury, while others like Cristhian Stuani are returning from their own injury setbacks. The manager needs to strategize accordingly, factoring in these developments.
Osasuna’s Aspirations and Challenges
Osasuna, meanwhile, comes off a frustrating draw against Athletic Club and aims to capitalize on its good run of form. Coach Alessio Lisci highlighted the team’s cohesive play and strong first-half performance in previous matches. However, Osasuna struggles with away matches, having accumulated only two points from nine games on the road.
- Goals scored away: 3
- Goals conceded away: 12
Match Details
The match between Girona and Osasuna will take place at Estadi de Montilivi. Kickoff is scheduled for 18:30 hours, with Alejandro Hernández Hernández officiating.
Predicted Lineups
Here are the likely starting players for both teams:
| Team | Predicted Lineup |
|---|---|
| Girona | Gazzaniga; Arnau, Vitor Reis, Blind, Àlex Moreno; Witsel, Iván Martín; Tsygankov, Lemar, Bryan Gil; Vanat. |
| Osasuna | Sergio Herrera; Rosier, Catena, Herrando, Bretones; Moncayola, Torró, Aimar; Rubén García, Budimir, Víctor Muñoz. |
This match represents a pivotal moment for both clubs, particularly for Girona as they look for a turning point victory against Osasuna away from home.
