The La Liga clash between Girona and Real Oviedo is set for Saturday at Estadi Montilivi. This match features two teams currently at the bottom of the league table, with Girona in 20th place and Real Oviedo in 19th. Both teams are in urgent need of points to improve their standings.
Match Overview
Girona’s recent form has been inconsistent. After suffering a 2-1 defeat against Barcelona, they aim to secure a win at home. The team has only collected six points from their first nine matches, with one victory, three draws, and five losses.
Real Oviedo, back in La Liga for the first time since the 2000-01 season, faces similar struggles. They currently hold the 19th position, having managed just two wins and seven losses this season. Their last match ended in a 2-0 loss to Espanyol.
Head-to-Head History
- Girona and Real Oviedo have met 16 times in the past.
- Both teams have won five matches each, with six draws recorded.
- The last encounter took place in March 2022 in the Segunda Division, where Girona won 2-1.
- Real Oviedo has not won against Girona since October 2019.
Team Form and Statistics
Girona’s Form
- Current La Liga record: 1 Win, 3 Draws, 5 Losses
- Goals Scored: 6
- Goals Conceded: 19 (worst defensive record in La Liga)
Real Oviedo’s Form
- Current La Liga record: 2 Wins, 7 Losses
- Goals Scored: 4
Team News
Girona
Girona welcomes back Ivan Martin after suspension. However, Alejandro Frances remains banned, and they have multiple injury concerns, including Juan Carlos and Donny van de Beek. David Lopez, Ricard Artero, and Azzedine Ounahi are under assessment.
Real Oviedo
Alvaro Lemos is sidelined due to a knee injury, and Santi Cazorla may miss the match with an ankle issue. Alex Fores and Federico Vinas are still searching for their first goals of the season. Leander Dendoncker is one of the four players who have scored for Real Oviedo so far.
Predictions and Expectations
This upcoming match is crucial for both teams as they look to escape the relegation zone. Predictions lean towards a closely contested match, potentially ending in a draw. Both teams have shown glimpses of improvement, suggesting a tighter contest than their current positions may imply.
El-Balad suggests a predicted score of 1-1 for this match, reflecting the tight nature of the contest. Both sides are likely to feel the pressure in this significant showdown.
