Espanyol-Girona is a La Liga Week 16 match to be played on Saturday at 21:00: odds, predictions, TV and streaming
For Espanyol, who are fighting for salvation, and only have one point from the relegation zone – where there is Sevilla, who should basically be saved – it is a match that is too important. One to be won.
Because Girona, who are ahead in the table anyway and occupy 12th position, shouldn’t cause the Catalans any major headaches, and they have the chance to take three points that will be fundamental for the continuation of the championship. Bearing in mind, moreover, that the hosts have a much better squad than the guests, then the figure is drawn, with a match that really seems to be decided a day in advance.
Last but not least, there is also another issue to consider, which is the start after the World Cup break of the two teams. For Espanyol came a draw in the derby, at Camp Nou, against Barcelona, while Girona first got knocked out of the Copa del Rey by Cacereno and then drew at home against Vallecano. In short, even from a physical and mental point of view, the Catalans are the favourites.
Sergi Darder of Espanyol
The Prediction
From what has been said before, the race seems to be really tight. A challenge that the hosts should win without any problems and thus take three crucial points for the continuation of the season. A coup that could also mark the fight for salvation, with Girona, of course, back in the mix.
Espanyol-Girona matchday squad
- ESPANYOL (4-2-3-1): Fernandez; Gil, Gomez, Cabrera, Olivan; Exposito, Calero; Melamed, Darder, Braithwaite; Joselu.
- GIRONA (4-5-1): Gazzaniga; Martinez, Bueno, D Lopez, Gutierrez; Couto, Martin, Herrera, A Garcia, Riquelme; Castellanos.
POSSIBLE RESULT: 3-1
