Key Highlights:
Girona will look to end their La Liga slump as they take on Alavés in an important relegation clash on Saturday afternoon at Estadi Montilivi. With only seven points separating Girona from the relegation zone, a loss would put them in further peril as the season draws to a close.
Currently sitting 13th in the league, Girona will want to pick up the three points to ease their concerns. The Catalan side has struggled in recent weeks, failing to secure a win since February. Their most recent defeat came in a 4-1 loss to Barcelona in their last match, but despite these setbacks, they will be hopeful of improving their fortunes against Alavés.
In contrast, Alavés is in an even worse position, sitting just above the relegation zone in 17th place, tied on points with Leganes. The Basque side also enters this game off the back of a 2-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano, leaving them vulnerable as they fight to avoid the drop. Having struggled with consistency this season, Alavés will be hoping to capitalize on Girona’s current form and secure a vital win to push them further away from the relegation zone.
Recent Form: Girona vs Alavés
Girona’s Recent La Liga Form:
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- The team has failed to win in their last seven games, drawing three and losing four. Their last win came in early February, and their recent form has left them vulnerable as they head into this important match.
Alavés’ Recent La Liga Form:
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- Like Girona, Alavés has been inconsistent this season. Their recent form has shown slight improvement, with a notable win over Villarreal, but they are still firmly entrenched in a relegation battle.
Key Players:
Girona:
- Donny van de Beek returns to the squad after serving a suspension, offering a boost to their midfield.
- Arnaut Danjuma, who scored against Barcelona, will be looking to continue his strong form and support Portu and Tsygankov in attack.
- Viktor Tsygankov will also be an important player, as he has been a key contributor to their attack throughout the season.
Alavés:
- Kike Garcia, with 11 goals in the current campaign, is the main goal-scoring threat for Alavés and will need to be at his best for the Basque team to take anything from this match.
- Moussa Diarra could be introduced to the starting lineup in defense, providing fresh legs for the visitors as they aim to maintain defensive stability.
Team News:
- Girona:
- Donny van de Beek will be available for selection, adding depth to their midfield.
- Bojan Miovski, Ivan Martin, and Abel Ruiz remain unavailable, while Ricard Artero and Bryan Gil will undergo fitness tests.
- Portu and Van de Beek are expected to start in the XI.
- Alavés:
- Nahuel Tenaglia is suspended, which could lead to a defensive reshuffle for Alavés.
- No new fitness concerns have been reported, and Moussa Diarra may be called upon to start in defense.
Match Prediction:
This game is crucial for both teams, and with Girona‘s home advantage, they will be hoping to bounce back from their recent struggles. However, Alavés, though underperforming this season, will be motivated to secure three points to help their relegation fight. A draw could be on the cards, but Girona’s attacking strength should give them the edge.
Possible Lineups:
Girona (4-3-3):
Gazzaniga; A. Martinez, Blind, Krejci, Gutierrez; Arthur, Herrera, Van de Beek; Portu, Danjuma, Tsygankov
Alavés (4-2-3-1):
Sivera; Diarra, Abqar, Mourino, Sanchez; Jordan, Blanco; Cabanes, Guridi, Alena; Kike Garcia
As Girona and Alavés face off in what could be a relegation-deciding clash, the stakes are high for both sides. Girona, with their home advantage and returning players, will look to end their winless run and secure a vital three points. Alavés, meanwhile, must improve on their away form if they are to stay out of the bottom three.
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