Sevilla vs Girona Predictions

Sevilla vs Girona predictions for their La Liga meeting. Sevilla will aim for their first win of the season as they host Girona at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in Sunday’s La Liga clash. Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.

La Liga | Sep 1, 2024 at 6pm UK at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan

Sevilla vs Girona Predictions

Can Sevilla Break Girona’s Hold at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan?

• Sevilla have averaged 16.7 shots per game this season but have converted only 6.3 on target.
• Girona have won their last five meetings against Sevilla, indicating a historical edge.
• Both teams have conceded an average of 1.3 goals per game in their first three matches of the season.

Best Bet

Sevilla are set to host Girona at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium this Sunday, with both sides eager to improve on their early season form. Sevilla have struggled to find their footing under new manager Garcia Pimienta, having drawn two and lost one of their opening three fixtures. Girona, on the other hand, will be aiming to build on their confidence-boosting 4-0 victory over Osasuna in midweek. Despite their recent dominance over Sevilla, Girona’s inconsistent performances leave room for an intriguing contest.

A draw appears to be the most likely outcome in this matchup, considering the current circumstances surrounding both teams. Sevilla have been unable to secure a win in their first three La Liga matches, despite creating numerous opportunities. The Andalusian side’s attacking output has been decent, with 16.7 shots per game and an average of 6.3 shots on target. However, their inability to convert these chances into victories has been their downfall, as reflected in their meagre two points from a possible nine.

Girona’s defensive vulnerabilities could also play a role in this fixture. Although they recorded a clean sheet in their last outing, they have conceded four goals in their first three matches. Their defensive metrics, including an average of 9.3 clearances per game and 7.3 interceptions, indicate a defence that is still finding its cohesion. However, Girona’s strong passing game, boasting a 90.2% accuracy rate, could help them control the midfield and limit Sevilla’s attacking threats.

Given that Sevilla have been struggling to find a cutting edge, combined with Girona’s solid midfield play, a draw seems a reasonable prediction. Sevilla’s recent form and Girona’s improved confidence from their last match suggest that neither side will likely dominate. With Sevilla also missing key players like Suso and Saul Niguez, and Girona dealing with their own injury concerns, this match could well end in a stalemate, especially with both teams’ propensity for close encounters in recent times.

BettingTips4You.com expert Gerard Gabasa summarises the situation succinctly: “Given Sevilla’s troubles in front of goal and Girona’s solid, if not spectacular, performances, a draw is highly plausible. Both sides are yet to find their rhythm, and that’s why a share of the spoils is on the cards here.”

Additional Prediction

Given the nature of both teams’ recent performances, another valuable betting angle is predicting that there will be under 2.5 goals in the match. Sevilla have only managed to score three goals in their opening three games, which is consistent with their ongoing issues in the final third. Meanwhile, Girona, despite their four-goal haul against Osasuna, have generally been more conservative away from home, with only three shots on target per game on average.

The defensive frailties of both teams are clear, yet neither has consistently shown the attacking prowess to suggest a high-scoring affair is on the cards. With Sevilla managing just one clean sheet so far, and Girona only slightly better in defensive stability, both sides will likely adopt a cautious approach. This cautiousness could lead to a match where defences hold the upper hand, leading to fewer clear-cut chances and ultimately fewer goals.

This potential for a tight, low-scoring game is underlined by the fact that both teams have already been involved in similar matches this season. Sevilla’s goalless draw with Mallorca and Girona’s 1-1 draw with Real Betis are clear indicators of their struggles in breaking down defences. Hence, backing under 2.5 goals seems like a smart prediction for this clash.

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