Girona will host Valencia in a La Liga clash on Saturday at Estadi Montilivi. The match is crucial for Girona, who are seeking their first win of the 2025-26 season. Currently, they sit at the bottom of the La Liga table with just three points from their first seven matches.
Current Standings
Girona’s start has been disappointing, featuring four losses and three draws. Despite their struggles, there are signs of improvement. They have only lost one of their last four matches after beginning the season with three consecutive defeats. The team has achieved draws against notable opponents like Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao.
- Girona’s La Liga form: LLDLDD
- Valencia’s La Liga form: LWLWDL
Valencia’s Performance
Valencia approaches this match with a record of two wins, two draws, and three defeats, leaving them in 12th place with eight points. Their last victory came on September 20, with a 2-0 win against Athletic Bilbao. However, they recently suffered a setback, losing 2-1 to Real Oviedo after leading early in the match.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Girona has performed well against Valencia, winning three of their last five encounters. Last season, the teams played to a 1-1 draw in their previous matchup.
Injury Updates
Girona is facing a challenging injury situation, with several key players sidelined. Juan Carlos, David Lopez, and Donny van de Beek are confirmed out, while Thomas Lemar, Viktor Tsygankov, and Abel Ruiz are doubts for the match.
Possible Lineups
Girona’s likely starting XI includes:
- Gazzaniga
- Reis, Blind, Frances
- Rincon, Witsel, Martin, Ounahi, Moreno
- Vanat, Gil
Valencia will likely field a full-strength squad with no reported injuries:
- Agirrezabala
- Foulquier, Tarrega, Diakhaby, Gaya
- Rioja, Santamaria, Guerra, Lopez
- Duro, Danjuma
Match Predictions
Given Girona’s recent signs of improvement, they may manage to secure a draw against Valencia in this matchup. The predicted score is 2-2, reflecting both teams’ recent performances and challenges.
