19 September 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: Eibar
Away Record: Sporting Gijon
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Eibar defeated Sporting Gijon 3:2. The match was played in Segunda División 2021. Goals were scored by Stoichkov 10′, Fran Villalba 27′, Stoichkov 48′, Álvaro Tejero 63′ (o.g.), G. Blanco 76′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Eibar had 46% possession while Sporting Gijon held 54%. Eibar had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Sporting Gijon. Eibar made 4 substitutions, Sporting Gijon made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Eibar and Sporting Gijon — 5 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: Edu Expósito
Match Statistics
Eibar had 46% possession against Sporting Gijon's 54%. Eibar registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Sporting Gijon managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–4. Fouls committed: 17–9.
Lineups
Eibar lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Gaizka Garitano, while Sporting Gijon deployed a 4-2-3-1 under David Gallego.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Eibar is 6.89, compared to 6.82 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. Eibar's highest-rated starter is José Corpas (6.89), while Sporting Gijon's best-rated player is Guille Rosas (6.95).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Eibar have contributed 4 goals and 6 assists this season, led by José Corpas (4G). Sporting Gijon's starters account for 6 goals and 8 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
Eibar deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Sporting Gijon's 4-man backline averaging 6.95. 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
Eibar field 4 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
Eibar start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, 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 72% for Eibar and 81% 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
Eibar's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 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 Eibar's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: José Corpas (34), oldest: José Corpas (34)), while Sporting Gijon average 25.0 (youngest: Guille Rosas (25), oldest: Guille Rosas (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
Eibar's starters average 34 league appearances each, versus 33 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: Gaizka Garitano
Substitutes
Coach: David Gallego
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Eibar have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Sporting Gijon show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sporting Gijon
Eibar vs Sporting Gijon Head to Head Results
Eibar and Sporting Gijon have met 15 times — Eibar won 4, Sporting Gijon won 6, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Sporting Gijon leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 33 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.20 per match (14 for the home side, 19 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (40%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (27%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Eibar are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2017.
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Recent Meetings (15)
API data: 17 Apr 2026