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Espanyol vs Sabadell

RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat20 February 2021 at 15:00
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Referee: Daniel Ocón

Match Events

Espanyol
Sabadell
Kick Off
Half Time
Raúl de Tomás

assist: Adri Embarba

52′
Nico MelamedFran Mérida
63′
65′
Iosu OzkoidiP. Cornud
65′
Xavi BoniquetAdri Cuevas
69′
Juan FernándezJaime Sánchez
DarderL. Dimata
71′
Adri EmbarbaVadillo
71′
Álvaro Vadillo76′
79′
Juan HernándezEdgar Hernández
79′
Iker UndabarrenaÁngel Martínez
Fran Mérida90′
Raúl de TomásPol Lozano
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal5
4Shots off Goal1
16Total Shots10
9Blocked Shots4
10Shots insidebox10
6Shots outsidebox0
14Fouls9
7Corner Kicks7
1Offsides2
45%Ball Possession55%
4Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
356Total passes429
294Passes accurate359
83%Passes %84%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Espanyol is 6.67, compared to — for Sabadell. 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 L. Cabrera (6.80), while Sabadell's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Espanyol have contributed 5 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Cabrera (3G). Sabadell'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 6.80 on average, against Sabadell's 3-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 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Sabadell'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 2 forward(s) averaging 6.53, compared to 3 for Sabadell 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 82% for Espanyol and —% for Sabadell. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Sabadell. 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 30.5 (youngest: Javi Puado (27), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)), while Sabadell average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 22 league appearances each, versus 0 for Sabadell. 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.

Espanyol4-4-23-4-3Sabadell
GKDEFMIDFWD
13López4Cabrera15López3Pedrosa27Gil10Darder20Bare33Melamed11Tomás23Embarba9Puado1Mackay12Rubio15Fernánd.23Undabar.20Sierra2Stoichk.16Boniquet3Ozkoidi9Hernánd.19Guruzeta17García

Substitutes

Coach: Vicente Moreno

Substitutes

Coach: Antonio Hidalgo

EspanyolPosition StrengthSabadell
6.67
Avg Rating
6.80Defender (4 v 3)
3G 0A0G 0A
6.53Forward (2 v 3)
2G 0A0G 0A
Espanyol4-4-2
13GoalkeeperDiego López
4DefenderL. Cabrera6.83G
15DefenderDavid López
3DefenderAdrià Pedrosa
27DefenderÓscar Gil
10MidfielderDarder
20MidfielderK. Bare
33MidfielderNico Melamed
23MidfielderAdri Embarba
11ForwardRaúl de Tomás
9ForwardJavi Puado6.52G
Sabadell3-4-3
1GoalkeeperJuan Mackay
12DefenderÓscar Rubio
15DefenderJuan Fernández
20DefenderGrego Sierra
23MidfielderIker Undabarrena
16MidfielderXavi Boniquet
3MidfielderIosu Ozkoidi
17MidfielderVíctor García
2ForwardStoichkov
9ForwardJuan Hernández
19ForwardGorka Guruzeta

Match Summary

Espanyol defeated Sabadell 1:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Raúl de Tomás 52′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Espanyol had 45% possession while Sabadell held 55%. Espanyol had 16 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Sabadell. Espanyol made 4 substitutions, Sabadell made 5.

Rivalry since 2020

Espanyol vs Sabadell Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
Espanyol
1
wins
Drawn
0
Sabadell
0
wins
Total goals
1 · 1.0/match
Both scored
0/1 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/1 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 01 v 2020All 1 meetings

Recent Form

Espanyol

LDLLDL

Sabadell

DWWWLD

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

Espanyol dominates

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

Espanyol2wins
0draws2 meetings
Sabadell0wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1

Average goals per game

0%

Games with 3+ goals

0%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (65%) — the odds may underestimate Espanyol.

Market Summary

Margin: 6.0%

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 67.4%Draw 24.3%Away 14.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.474.006.50
Max1.504.377.61
Over 2.5: 50.0%Under 2.5: 55.6%
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 market65.2%22.1%12.7%
Public market62.3%23.4%14.4%
Δ2.9%1.3%1.7%

Espanyol vs Sabadell — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Espanyol
Result vs. Market: Espanyol (67%)

Result matched 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:00Sabadell
15Shots10
3Shots on target5

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
20/02/21Espanyol1–0Sabadell1.48/4.12/7.04
04/10/20Sabadell0–1Espanyol5.13/3.17/1.84

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: Sabadell

W 61D 58L 91
Over 2.550
Goals scored232

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026