# | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
16 |
Valencia
|
8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 14 | -4 | 8 |
18 |
Girona
|
8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 17 | -12 | 6 |
Girona are in deep crisis, sitting bottom of the table with just three points after seven rounds. Their DDLDL form highlights serious issues, particularly in attack. The team has scored only three goals in seven matches, the worst record in the league. In four home games, Girona have failed to secure a single victory (0 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses), conceding 9 goals while scoring just one. In their last two home matches, the team lost to Sevilla (0:2) and Levante (0:4), demonstrating defensive vulnerability and a lack of goalscoring prowess.
Valencia are positioned 12th with 8 points. Their DWLWL form reflects inconsistency, yet the key factor is the disparity between their home and away performances. The team is unbeaten at home (2 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses), but they have failed to win in three away matches (0 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses), conceding 9 goals. A heavy defeat to Barcelona (6:0) and a draw with Espanyol (2:2) on the road point to major problems in their away defense.
Statistical data confirms Girona's crisis. The team has the worst goal difference (-13) in La Liga. With an average of 0.43 goals scored per game, their attack is the least productive in the league. Meanwhile, Valencia concede an average of 3 goals per match away from home, creating a potential window of opportunity for the hosts. Head-to-head records show parity: in the last four encounters, each team has one win and two draws. The last match at this ground ended in a 1:1 draw.
Tactically, Girona will be forced to take the initiative, playing at home against a team not particularly confident on their travels. This could play into the hands of Valencia, who prefer counter-attacks, especially away from home. The main problem for the hosts is their catastrophic finishing, while their defense is extremely unstable. Valencia, despite their defensive issues on the road, possess more threat in attack, having scored 8 goals compared to Girona's 3. The key battle will be between the visitors' attack, which lacks consistency, and the hosts' highly vulnerable defense.
Given Girona's complete lack of wins, their goalscoring problems, and weak home form, the chances of a home victory are minimal. However, Valencia demonstrate extremely unreliable defending away from home, which could allow Girona to finally score. A tight contest is expected, in which the individual quality of Valencia's players could prove decisive. A draw or a narrow away win is forecasted, with both teams highly likely to score. The recommended outcome is a draw or Valencia win with a (0) handicap. The probable scoreline is 1:1 or 1:2.