17 May 2021 at 19:00
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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
Away Record: Sporting Gijon
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Girona defeated Sporting Gijon 1:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Juanpe 43′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Girona had 57% possession while Sporting Gijon held 43%. Girona had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Sporting Gijon. Girona made 5 substitutions, Sporting Gijon made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Girona and Sporting Gijon — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Girona had 57% possession against Sporting Gijon's 43%. Girona registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Sporting Gijon managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 15–12.
Lineups
Girona lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Francisco, while Sporting Gijon deployed a 4-2-3-1 under David Gallego.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Girona is 6.75, compared to 6.69 for Sporting Gijon. 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 Arnau Martinez (6.82), while Sporting Gijon's best-rated player is Gaspar Campos (6.69).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Girona have contributed 4 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Cristhian Stuani (3G). Sporting Gijon's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by Gaspar Campos (4G). 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 5 defenders rated 6.82 on average, against Sporting Gijon's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Sporting Gijon's 5 rated 6.69. 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 1 for Sporting Gijon averaging —. 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 76% for Girona and 82% for Sporting Gijon. 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Sporting Gijon. 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 32.7 (youngest: Arnau Martinez (22), oldest: Cristhian Stuani (39)), while Sporting Gijon average 25.0 (youngest: Gaspar Campos (25), oldest: Gaspar Campos (25)). 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 15 league appearances each, versus 30 for Sporting Gijon. 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: Francisco
Substitutes
Coach: David Gallego
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Girona have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Sporting Gijon show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Girona vs Sporting Gijon Head to Head Results
Girona and Sporting Gijon have met 5 times — Girona won 0, Sporting Gijon won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Sporting Gijon leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 5 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (3 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (60%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sporting Gijon are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2022.
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Recent Meetings (5)
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