24 April 2021 at 16:15
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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: Espanyol
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Away Record: Las Palmas
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Espanyol defeated Las Palmas 4:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Javi Puado 9′, Javi Puado 14′, Javi Puado 23′, Adri Embarba 49′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Espanyol had 50% possession while Las Palmas held 50%. Espanyol had 21 shots (7 on target) compared to 6 (1 on target) for Las Palmas. Espanyol made 5 substitutions, Las Palmas made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Javi Puado 10′), Goal cancelled (Adrián Embarba 48′).
Match Events
Key match events between Espanyol and Las Palmas — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Adrià Pedrosa
assist: Óscar Gil
Penalty
Match Statistics
Espanyol had 50% possession against Las Palmas's 50%. Espanyol registered 21 shots (7 on target) while Las Palmas managed 6 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 17–11.
Lineups
Espanyol lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Vicente Moreno, while Las Palmas deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pepe Mel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Espanyol is 6.73, compared to 6.82 for Las Palmas. 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. Espanyol's highest-rated starter is Fernando Calero (6.88), while Las Palmas's best-rated player is Jesé (6.86).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Espanyol have contributed 5 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Cabrera (3G). Las Palmas's starters account for 7 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Jesé (7G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Espanyol deploy 4 defenders rated 6.83 on average, against Las Palmas's 4-man backline averaging 6.78. 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
Espanyol field 4 midfielders averaging 6.53, versus Las Palmas's 5 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
Espanyol start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Las Palmas averaging 6.86. 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 84% for Espanyol and 83% for Las Palmas. 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
Espanyol's starters have collected 9 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Las Palmas. 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 Espanyol's starting XI is 30.3 (youngest: Javi Puado (27), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)), while Las Palmas average 32.0 (youngest: Álex Suárez (32), oldest: Álex Suárez (32)). 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
Espanyol's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 23 for Las Palmas. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: Vicente Moreno
Substitutes
Coach: Pepe Mel
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Espanyol have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Las Palmas show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Espanyol vs Las Palmas Head to Head Results
Espanyol and Las Palmas have met 13 times — Espanyol won 4, Las Palmas won 5, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Las Palmas leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 13 meetings. A combined 27 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.08 per match (12 for the home side, 15 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (31%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (31%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2017.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (13)
API data: 17 Apr 2026