18 May 2021 at 19:30

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Betting Odds & Historical Data

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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: Ponferradina

W 129D 132L 159
Over 2.542
Goals scored465

Away Record: Espanyol

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Espanyol defeated Ponferradina 4:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by N. L. Dimata 1′, J. Puado 8′ (pen.), S. Darder 51′ (o.g.), N. L. Dimata 54′, N. Melamed 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Ponferradina had 40% possession while Espanyol held 60%. Ponferradina had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 20 (7 on target) for Espanyol. Ponferradina made 5 substitutions, Espanyol made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Ponferradina and Espanyol — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Ponferradina
Espanyol
Kick Off
1′
N. L. Dimata

assist: A. Pedrosa

8′
J. Puado

Penalty

Curro35′
M. Garcia45+1′
Half Time
C. DoncelP. Valcarce
46′
S. Darder

Own Goal

51′
54′
N. L. Dimata

assist: M. Vargas

56′
N. MelamedJ. Puado
56′
K. Bare
E. Moran62′
D. RomeraE. Moran
63′
J. ElitimCurro
63′
A. PedrazaI. Rodriguez
64′
S. CrespoO. Sielva
64′
71′
A. VadilloO. Melendo
J. Rios Reina85′
86′
P. LozanoS. Darder
86′
O. El HilaliO. Gil
90+2′
N. Melamed

assist: N. L. Dimata

Full Time

Match Statistics

Ponferradina had 40% possession against Espanyol's 60%. Ponferradina registered 13 shots (3 on target) while Espanyol managed 20 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 8–8. Fouls committed: 15–11.

3Shots on Goal7
6Shots off Goal6
13Total Shots20
4Blocked Shots7
8Shots insidebox10
5Shots outsidebox10
15Fouls11
8Corner Kicks8
4Offsides2
40%Ball Possession60%
5Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves3
293Total passes446
219Passes accurate371
75%Passes %83%

Lineups

Ponferradina lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Bolo, while Espanyol deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vicente Moreno.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Ponferradina is —, 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. Ponferradina's highest-rated starter is —, while Espanyol's best-rated player is Leandro Cabrera (6.79).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Ponferradina have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Espanyol's starters account for 5 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by Leandro 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

Ponferradina 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

Ponferradina field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Espanyol's 5 rated 6.53. 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

Ponferradina start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Espanyol 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 —% for Ponferradina 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

Ponferradina's starters have collected 0 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 Ponferradina's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Espanyol average 30.5 (youngest: Javi Puado (27), oldest: Leandro 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

Ponferradina's starters average 0 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.

Ponferradina4-2-3-14-2-3-1Espanyol
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Garcia2Rodrígu.28Paşcanu15Magagi3Ríos6Sielva18Morán16Curro9Aizpuru20Valcarce10Yuri1Olazábal27Regano6López4Cabrera3Pedrosa15López10Darder9Puado14Melendo22Vargas18Dimata

Substitutes

Coach: Bolo

Substitutes

Coach: Vicente Moreno

PonferradinaPosition StrengthEspanyol
Avg Rating
6.66
Defender (4 v 4)6.79
0G 0A3G 0A
Midfielder (5 v 5)6.53
0G 0A2G 0A
Ponferradina4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperManuel Garcia
2DefenderIvan Rodríguez
28DefenderAlexandru Paşcanu
15DefenderYacouba Magagi
3DefenderJosé Antonio Ríos
6MidfielderOscar Sielva
18MidfielderErik Morán
16MidfielderCurro
9MidfielderÁlex Aizpuru
20MidfielderPablo Valcarce
10ForwardYuri
Espanyol4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperOier Olazábal
27DefenderOscar Regano
6DefenderLluís López
4DefenderLeandro Cabrera6.83G
3DefenderAdrià Pedrosa
15MidfielderDavid López
10MidfielderSergi Darder
9MidfielderJavi Puado6.52G
14MidfielderÓscar Melendo
22MidfielderMatías Vargas
18ForwardLandry Dimata

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Ponferradina have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Espanyol show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Ponferradina

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Espanyol

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 Apr 2026