23 January 2021 at 17:15

10
Full Time
Referee: Juan Pulido

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

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Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Girona

W 202D 143L 159
Over 2.543
Goals scored656

Away Record: Espanyol

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Girona defeated Espanyol 1:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Pablo Moreno 41′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Girona had 35% possession while Espanyol held 65%. Girona had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 27 (8 on target) for Espanyol. Girona made 5 substitutions, Espanyol made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Girona and Espanyol — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Girona
Espanyol
Kick Off
Pablo Moreno
41′
Half Time
Enric FranquesaJonás Ramalho
46′
Pablo MorenoE. Bárcenas
63′
AdayValery
70′
C. StuaniM. Sylla
70′
78′
Javi PuadoWu Lei
84′
K. BareFran Mérida
84′
Nico MelamedVadillo
Samuel SáizI. Kebe
85′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Girona had 35% possession against Espanyol's 65%. Girona registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Espanyol managed 27 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 3–14. Fouls committed: 14–8.

3Shots on Goal8
2Shots off Goal12
10Total Shots27
5Blocked Shots7
6Shots insidebox21
4Shots outsidebox6
14Fouls8
3Corner Kicks14
4Offsides2
35%Ball Possession65%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
7Goalkeeper Saves2
261Total passes450
167Passes accurate358
64%Passes %80%

Lineups

Girona lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Francisco, while Espanyol deployed a 4-4-2 under Vicente Moreno.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Girona is 6.67, compared to 6.66 for Espanyol. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Girona's highest-rated starter is C. Stuani (6.67), while Espanyol's best-rated player is L. Cabrera (6.79).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Girona have contributed 3 goals and 0 assists this season, led by C. Stuani (3G). Espanyol's starters account for 5 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by L. Cabrera (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Girona deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Espanyol's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Girona field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Espanyol's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Girona start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.67, compared to 2 for Espanyol averaging 6.53. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 66% for Girona and 82% for Espanyol. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Girona's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Espanyol. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Girona's starting XI is 38.0 (youngest: Juan Carlos (37), oldest: C. Stuani (39)), while Espanyol average 30.5 (youngest: Javi Puado (27), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Girona's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 21 for Espanyol. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Girona4-4-24-4-2Espanyol
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Carlos2Espinosa17Calavera22Bueno3Franque.10Sáiz11Aday8Cristóf.14Monchu7Stuani19Moreno13López4Cabrera15López2Miguelón3Pedrosa10Darder20Bare33Melamed11Tomás23Embarba9Puado

Substitutes

Coach: Francisco

Substitutes

Coach: Vicente Moreno

GironaPosition StrengthEspanyol
6.67
Avg Rating
6.66
Defender (4 v 4)6.79
0G 0A3G 0A
6.67Forward (2 v 2)6.53
3G 0A2G 0A
Girona4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJuan Carlos
2DefenderB. Espinosa
17DefenderJordi Calavera
22DefenderS. Bueno
3DefenderEnric Franquesa
10MidfielderSamuel Sáiz
11MidfielderAday
8MidfielderS. Cristóforo
14MidfielderMonchu
7ForwardC. Stuani6.73G
19ForwardPablo Moreno
Espanyol4-4-2
13GoalkeeperDiego López
4DefenderL. Cabrera6.83G
15DefenderDavid López
2DefenderMiguelón
3DefenderAdrià Pedrosa
10MidfielderDarder
20MidfielderK. Bare
33MidfielderNico Melamed
23MidfielderAdri Embarba
11ForwardRaúl de Tomás
9ForwardJavi Puado6.52G

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Girona have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Espanyol show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Girona

LDWLWD

Espanyol

LLDLLD

Girona vs Espanyol Head to Head Results

Girona and Espanyol have met 3 times — Girona won 1, Espanyol won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Girona leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 0.67 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Girona are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2026.

1

Girona

2

Drawn

0

Espanyol

Goals: 2Goals: 0

Recent Meetings (3)

16 Jan 2026Espanyol0 – 2Girona
26 Sept 2025Girona0 – 0Espanyol
23 Jul 2025Girona0 – 0Espanyol
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 Apr 2026