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Numancia vs Zaragoza

Los Pajaritos, Soria3 March 2018 at 15:00
12
Referee: Adrian Cordero Vega

Match Events

Numancia
Zaragoza
Kick Off
17′
Jorge Pombo

assist: O. Buff

Manu del Moral

assist: Carlos Gutiérrez

20′
26′Simone Grippo
40′
Alberto BenitoDelmás
Half Time
46′
O. BuffAleix Febas
Pablo LarreaAlberto Escassi
63′
Guillermo FernándezNacho
63′
79′
Jorge Pombo

assist: Alberto Zapater

SaúlHiginio Marín
83′
85′
Jorge PomboMikel González
Manu Del Moral87′
Unai Medina90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal6
4Shots off Goal4
12Total Shots12
3Blocked Shots2
5Shots insidebox8
7Shots outsidebox4
5Fouls10
4Corner Kicks6
1Offsides7
52%Ball Possession48%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves3
395Total passes361
309Passes accurate274
78%Passes %76%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Numancia is 6.50, compared to 6.84 for Zaragoza. 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. Numancia's highest-rated starter is Carlos Gutiérrez (6.50), while Zaragoza's best-rated player is Raúl Guti (6.84).

Defensive Solidity

Numancia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against Zaragoza'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

Numancia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Zaragoza's 4 rated 6.84. 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

Numancia start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Zaragoza 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 83% for Numancia and 85% for Zaragoza. 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

Numancia's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Zaragoza. 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 Numancia's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: Carlos Gutiérrez (34), oldest: Carlos Gutiérrez (34)), while Zaragoza average 29.0 (youngest: Raúl Guti (29), oldest: Raúl Guti (29)). 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

Numancia's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 25 for Zaragoza. 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.

Numancia4-4-24-3-1-2Zaragoza
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Munir17Medina2Saúl16Gutiérr.5Calvo6Pérez21Mateu22Larrea7Moral19Fernánd.12Milla1Álvarez6Grippo4Perone2Benito17Lasure21Zapater15Buff16Eguaras8Pombo26Guti9Iglesias

Substitutes

Coach: Arrasate

Substitutes

Coach: Natxo González

NumanciaPosition StrengthZaragoza
6.50
Avg Rating
6.84
6.50Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.84
0G 0A0G 1A
Numancia4-4-2
1GoalkeeperMunir
17DefenderUnai Medina
2DefenderSaúl
16DefenderCarlos Gutiérrez6.5
5DefenderDani Calvo
6MidfielderIñigo Pérez
21MidfielderMarc Mateu
22MidfielderPablo Larrea
12MidfielderPere Milla
7ForwardManu del Moral
19ForwardGuillermo Fernández
Zaragoza4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperC. Álvarez
6DefenderS. Grippo
4DefenderBruno Perone
2DefenderAlberto Benito
17DefenderDani Lasure
21MidfielderAlberto Zapater
15MidfielderO. Buff
16MidfielderIñigo Eguaras
26MidfielderRaúl Guti6.81A
8ForwardJorge Pombo
9ForwardBorja Iglesias

Match Summary

Zaragoza defeated Numancia 2:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2017. Goals were scored by Jorge Pombo 17′, Manu del Moral 20′, Jorge Pombo 79′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Numancia had 52% possession while Zaragoza held 48%. Numancia had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Zaragoza. Numancia made 3 substitutions, Zaragoza made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Numancia vs Zaragoza Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Numancia
3
wins
Drawn
2
Zaragoza
4
wins
Total goals
17 · 1.9/match
Both scored
3/9 · 33%
Over 2.5
4/9 · 44%

Recent Form

Numancia

WDWWDD

Zaragoza

LLDLLD

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.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Numancia2wins
3draws10 meetings
Zaragoza5wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.3

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 6.2%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 47.8%Draw 31.2%Away 27.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.053.103.60
Max2.133.333.83
Market favourite:Numancia · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market45.5%29.1%25.3%
Public market44.7%29.3%26.0%

Numancia vs Zaragoza — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Zaragoza
Result vs. Market: Numancia (48%)

Result differed from market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

NumanciaHalf-time:11Zaragoza
12Shots12
5Shots on target6

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
25/01/20Zaragoza1–0Numancia1.66/3.57/5.61
13/10/19Numancia0–1Zaragoza3.09/3.22/2.36
04/06/19Zaragoza0–0Numancia2.35/3.28/3.03
13/10/18Numancia1–0Zaragoza2.37/3.02/3.33
08/10/17Zaragoza3–0Numancia1.97/3.25/4.17
03/03/18Numancia1–2Zaragoza2.09/3.21/3.68
25/09/16Numancia2–1Zaragoza2.43/3.15/3.07
05/03/17Zaragoza3–0Numancia2.24/3.06/3.53
13/12/15Zaragoza2–2Numancia1.83/3.32/4.81
14/05/16Numancia2–2Zaragoza2.69/3.18/2.68

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: Numancia

W 283D 254L 261
Over 2.542
Goals scored972

Away Record: Zaragoza

W 268D 232L 244
Over 2.544
Goals scored930

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026