Girona vs Celta Vigo predictions for Friday night’s clash in La Liga. Girona aims to sustain their impressive beginning to the 2023-24 La Liga season as they host a beleaguered Celta Vigo at Estadi Municipal de Montilivi this Friday evening. Read on for our free match preview and betting tips.
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Match Live Friday, 27th October at 8:00 pm In:
Girona vs Celta Vigo Predictions
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Catalan Titans Meet The Struggling Sky Blues
Key Stats
– Artem Dovbyk, Girona’s forward, has netted five times this season.
– Celta Vigo have remained winless in their last six league matches.
The 2023-24 La Liga season has been nothing short of sensational, especially for Girona. The Catalan powerhouse has defied the odds, demonstrating impeccable form. This Friday, they’ll host Celta Vigo, a team that has found the going much tougher. This match promises to be a riveting encounter with Girona seeking to consolidate their high-flying form and Celta desperate to turn their fortunes around.
Girona’s Meteoric Rise
Girona’s journey this season has been the stuff of fairy tales. Placed second, they’re shoulder to shoulder with La Liga heavyweights Real Madrid, both teams on 25 points. With a remarkable record of eight wins, one draw, and a solitary loss from ten matches, Girona are setting the pace. Their resilience was particularly evident when they bounced back from a home defeat to Real Madrid, notching up impressive victories against Cadiz and Almeria.
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The match against Almeria was particularly noteworthy, as Girona came from two goals down to win 5-2. Artem Dovbyk, a standout performer, netted twice in this match, taking his season tally to five. Considering they’re only in their fourth top-flight season, they’re on track for a record-breaking campaign.
Celta Vigo’s Struggles
On the flip side, Celta Vigo’s season has been challenging. The team is languishing in 18th position, having secured only six points from ten matches. Their offensive woes are evident, having scored just ten times – one of the division’s poorest records. Celta’s recent form is equally concerning, having not tasted victory in their last six encounters. Their recent 3-0 home defeat to Atletico Madrid will be fresh in their minds, but a silver lining exists in their recent track record against Girona. They’ve not lost in their last three meetings, including a 1-0 win in last season’s equivalent fixture.
Battle on the Pitch
Girona’s dominant performances can be attributed to key players. Their BettingTips4You Expert Ratings show midfielder Aleix García leading the pack with a rating of 7.78. Close behind are forwards Sávio and Artem Dovbyk, with ratings of 7.34 and 7.15 respectively. Girona’s offensive statistics are remarkable, averaging 2.4 goals per match with an impressive ball possession of 56.6%.
Celta Vigo, meanwhile, will be without key players Joseph Aidoo, Carles Perez, Mihailo Ristic, and suspended goalkeeper Ivan Villar. They’re expected to make changes, with Anastasios Douvikas potentially replacing goalless Iago Aspas.
The midfield battle between Aleix García and Yangel Herrera for Girona against Celta’s midfield could be pivotal. Additionally, Girona’s Dovbyk will be one to watch against Celta’s defence.
Both teams could benefit from tightening their defensive lines, particularly during set-pieces. Girona, while impressive, need to avoid complacency, while Celta Vigo must find ways to unlock their attacking potential.
Managers’ Spotlight
Michel of Girona and Rafael Benitez of Celta Vigo bring distinct styles to the table. While Michel’s tactics have proven successful this term, Benitez has found the going tough. It’s essential to note, however, that Benitez’s experience in top-flight football is vast. Yet, a point of criticism remains: his inability to rally his troops during this testing period.
Predictions and Key Battles
- Match Outcome Prediction: Given the current form and available stats, Girona’s run appears unstoppable, making them favourites. However, to avoid shorter odds, we predict Both Teams to Score. Although Celta Vigo have struggled, they’ve found the net in past encounters with Girona.
- Correct Score Prediction: Based on both teams’ offensive and defensive statistics, we predict a score of 3-1 in favour of Girona.
- Goalscorer Prediction: Artem Dovbyk stands out as the man likely to score, with five goals in the current season.
- Corner Prediction: With Girona averaging 4.5 corners per match, we predict they’ll edge out Celta Vigo in corner counts. The total number of corners for the match is predicted to be around 9.
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