Granada vs Girona predictions ahead of Monday’s La Liga affair as struggling Granada look outmatched against a Girona side who have made a very positive start to their season. Can the host bounce back after the away defeat against Sociedad or more misery will come their side? Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.
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Granada vs Girona Predictions
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Girona’s Ascent Meets Granada’s Hurdles: A La Liga Showdown
Key Stats
– Granada, having conceded 12 goals in their initial four games, currently have the worst defensive record in La Liga.
– Cristhian Stuani, Girona’s forward, has already netted twice this season, making him a player to watch.
Girona, with their eyes set on a fourth consecutive win, are ready to charge on the fields of La Liga, as they prepare for their away game against Granada this coming Monday. History shows a clash between these two teams from the 2010-11 campaign in the Segunda Division. It was a triumphant day for Granada who secured a 2-1 victory on their home ground. The teams are set to meet again, but the stakes and settings have changed over time.
Girona’s Soaring Start
Girona have, no doubt, embarked on a promising start this season. With a tally of 10 points from the first four matches, they are snug in the second position, just two points shy of leaders Real Madrid. Their opening fixture saw a draw against Real Sociedad, but they made a quick comeback with successive victories against Getafe, Sevilla, and Las Palmas. A mere two goals conceded in these matches signifies their defensive solidity.
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A flashback to the last season witnesses Girona’s impressive tenth place finish, a record that they surely aim to surpass this year, with European aspirations dangling in front of them. However, a string of challenging matches lies ahead against teams like Mallorca, Villarreal, and the giants Real Madrid. Girona’s performance in these matches will offer a clearer perspective of their prospects this season.
Granada’s Rocky Journey
Granada’s return to La Liga has been anything but smooth. Their recent history boasts of a remarkable achievement, securing the top position in the 2022-23 Segunda Division with an impressive 75 points from 42 matches. However, their current La Liga journey has been punctuated with challenges.
Three losses in their opening four games put them in the 16th spot, with a mere three points to their name. Their only solace was a 3-2 victory against Mallorca. However, a harrowing 5-3 loss to Real Sociedad, right before the international break, surely dented their spirits. Conceding 12 goals in the span of four matches is a glaring reflection of their defensive vulnerabilities.
Player Dynamics
Granada will miss the services of Jesus Vallejo and Raul Torrente due to injuries. Despite this, the team showed resilience in their last match, with Lucas Boye and Bryan Zaragoza marking the scoresheet. Speculations are rife regarding potential changes, especially with Oscar Melendo eyeing a midfield position and Ricard Sanchez possibly strengthening the defence.
Girona, on the other hand, have injury concerns too, with players like Borja Garcia, Joel Roca, and Toni Villa ruled out. But with no fresh injuries from their last match against Las Palmas, there’s a strong possibility of a similar lineup making it to the field. The spotlight is certainly on Cristhian Stuani, who with his two goals this season, is expected to lead the forward line.
Expert Predictions
1. Match Outcome: Given Girona’s stellar form and Granada’s defensive frailties, Girona are the likely favourites. An ‘away win’ seems plausible.
2. Correct Score Prediction: Considering the current form and performance, a 2-0 victory in favour of Girona is a reasonable guess.
3. Goalscorer Prediction: Cristhian Stuani, having already marked his presence with two goals, is the man to watch out for. We predict he will add at least one more to his tally in this match.
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