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Espanyol vs Girona

RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat20 November 2020 at 20:00
12
Away

Girona

Referee: José López

Match Events

Espanyol
Girona
Kick Off
Raúl de Tomás

assist: Adri Embarba

40′
Half Time
Dídac ViláAdrià Pedrosa
55′
M. VargasJavi Puado
55′
66′Sebastián Cristóforo
DarderFran Mérida
68′
Fran Mérida70′
75′
Álex PachónRamón Terrats
75′
S. CristóforoPau Victor
MelendoWu Lei
81′
83′
E. Bárcenas

assist: Yan Couto

88′
90+2′
Samuel SáizGumbau
90+2′
Pablo MorenoJordi Calavera
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
6Shots off Goal4
11Total Shots9
1Blocked Shots3
6Shots insidebox4
5Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls12
3Corner Kicks6
3Offsides1
52%Ball Possession48%
4Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves5
419Total passes379
333Passes accurate289
79%Passes %76%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Espanyol is 6.84, compared to — for Girona. 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 Girona's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Espanyol have contributed 3 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Cabrera (3G). Girona's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.84 on average, against Girona'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

Espanyol field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Girona's 4 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Girona 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 84% for Espanyol and —% for Girona. 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 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Girona. 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 32.0 (youngest: Fernando Calero (30), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)), while Girona average 37.0 (youngest: Juan Carlos (37), oldest: Juan Carlos (37)). 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 29 league appearances each, versus 0 for Girona. 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.

Espanyol4-1-4-14-4-2Girona
GKDEFMIDFWD
13López17Vilá4Cabrera15López2Miguelón5Calero10Darder22Vargas14Melendo11Tomás23Embarba1Carlos2Espinosa22Bueno3Franque.16Couto10Sáiz8Cristóf.14Monchu23Bárcenas37Pachón19Moreno

Substitutes

Coach: Vicente Moreno

Substitutes

Coach: Francisco

EspanyolPosition StrengthGirona
6.84
Avg Rating
6.84Defender (4 v 4)
3G 0A0G 0A
Espanyol4-1-4-1
13GoalkeeperDiego López
17DefenderDídac Vilá
4DefenderL. Cabrera6.83G
2DefenderMiguelón
5DefenderFernando Calero6.9
15MidfielderDavid López
10MidfielderDarder
22MidfielderM. Vargas
14MidfielderMelendo
23MidfielderAdri Embarba
11ForwardRaúl de Tomás
Girona4-4-2
1GoalkeeperJuan Carlos
2DefenderB. Espinosa
22DefenderS. Bueno
3DefenderEnric Franquesa
16DefenderYan Couto
8MidfielderS. Cristóforo
14MidfielderMonchu
23MidfielderE. Bárcenas
19MidfielderPablo Moreno
10ForwardSamuel Sáiz
37ForwardÁlex Pachón

Match Summary

Girona defeated Espanyol 2:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Raúl de Tomás 40′, E. Bárcenas 83′, Samuel Sáiz 88′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Espanyol had 52% possession while Girona held 48%. Espanyol had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for Girona. Espanyol made 4 substitutions, Girona made 4.

Rivalry since 2017

Espanyol vs Girona Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Espanyol
2
wins
Drawn
5
Girona
6
wins
Total goals
27 · 2.1/match
Both scored
6/13 · 46%
Over 2.5
5/13 · 38%

Recent Form

Espanyol

LDLLDL

Girona

LLLDWL

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

Girona dominates

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

Espanyol0wins
0draws2 meetings
Girona2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (61%) — the odds may underestimate Girona.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.6%

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 65.2%Draw 27.3%Away 13.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.473.607.00
Max1.583.758.04
Over 2.5: 44.4%Under 2.5: 62.1%
Market favourite:Espanyol · Heavy 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 market61.4%26.6%12.1%
Public market60.5%26.1%13.4%
Δ0.8%0.5%1.3%

Espanyol vs Girona — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Girona
Result vs. Market: Espanyol (65%)

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.

EspanyolHalf-time:10Girona
10Shots9
4Shots on target2

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
23/01/21Girona1–0Espanyol3.99/3.02/2.08
20/11/20Espanyol1–2Girona1.53/3.67/7.68

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: Espanyol

W 75D 57L 32
Over 2.542
Goals scored244

Away Record: Girona

W 202D 143L 159
Over 2.543
Goals scored656

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026