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Espanyol vs Eldense

RCDE Stadium, Cornella de Llobregat17 September 2023 at 17:30
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Match Events

Espanyol
Eldense
Kick Off
15′
Iván Chapela

assist: Marc Mateu

Omar El Hilali25′
Half Time
SalviK. Bare
46′
47′Dario Đumić
M. Braithwaite

assist: Edu Expósito

50′
51′
F. Andone

assist: Mario Soberón

58′
Mario SoberónE. Salcedo
Javi Puado

assist: Nico Melamed

59′
RamonBrian Oliván
60′
68′
F. AndoneY. Didi
68′
Marc MateuÁlex Bernal
Pol LozanoJofre Carreras
69′
79′
Iván ChapelaJoel Jorquera
Edu ExpósitoJosé Carlos Lazo
88′
Keidi Bare90+10′
Javi Puado

Penalty

90+14′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal3
8Shots off Goal3
23Total Shots6
10Blocked Shots0
16Shots insidebox4
7Shots outsidebox2
14Fouls13
12Corner Kicks0
0Offsides2
63%Ball Possession37%
3Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves2
496Total passes308
418Passes accurate218
84%Passes %71%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Espanyol is 6.77, compared to — for Eldense. 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 Edu Expósito (7.07), while Eldense's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Espanyol have contributed 8 goals and 9 assists this season, led by L. Cabrera (3G). Eldense'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 Eldense'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 4 midfielders averaging 6.85, versus Eldense'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 2 for Eldense 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 Espanyol and —% for Eldense. 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 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Eldense. 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 28.0 (youngest: O. El Hilali (22), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)), while Eldense 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 27 league appearances each, versus 0 for Eldense. 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.

Espanyol4-4-24-4-2Eldense
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Pacheco31Hilali5Calero6Cabrera12Ramon19Salvi10Lozano20Expósito21Melamed22Braithw.7Puado1Vallejo2Abad4Đumić6Hernánd.12Poloni20Chapela8Ortu24Timor23Mateu9Soberón7Andone

Substitutes

Coach: Luis García

Substitutes

Coach: Fernando Estévez

EspanyolPosition StrengthEldense
6.77
Avg Rating
6.80Defender (4 v 4)
3G 2A0G 0A
6.85Midfielder (4 v 4)
3G 7A0G 0A
6.53Forward (2 v 2)
2G 0A0G 0A
Espanyol4-4-2
13GoalkeeperFernando Pacheco
31DefenderO. El Hilali6.72A
5DefenderFernando Calero6.9
6DefenderL. Cabrera6.83G
12DefenderRamon
19MidfielderSalvi
10MidfielderPol Lozano6.62G1A
20MidfielderEdu Expósito7.11G6A
21MidfielderNico Melamed
22ForwardM. Braithwaite
7ForwardJavi Puado6.52G
Eldense4-4-2
1GoalkeeperGuille Vallejo
2DefenderToni Abad
4DefenderD. Đumić
6DefenderCarlos Hernández
12DefenderDerick Poloni
20MidfielderIván Chapela
8MidfielderSergio Ortu
24MidfielderDavid Timor
23MidfielderMarc Mateu
9ForwardMario Soberón
7ForwardF. Andone

Match Summary

Espanyol and Eldense drew 3:3. The match was played in Segunda División 2023. Goals were scored by Mario Soberón 10′, Iván Chapela 15′, M. Braithwaite 50′, F. Andone 51′, Javi Puado 59′, Javi Puado 90′ (pen.). 7 yellow cards were shown. Espanyol had 63% possession while Eldense held 37%. Espanyol had 23 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Eldense. Espanyol made 4 substitutions, Eldense made 4.

Rivalry since 2024

Espanyol vs Eldense Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
Espanyol
0
wins
Drawn
0
Eldense
1
wins
Total goals
5 · 5.0/match
Both scored
1/1 · 100%
Over 2.5
1/1 · 100%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 32 v 2024All 1 meetings

Recent Form

Espanyol

LDLLDL

Eldense

WLWWWW

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.

Espanyol0wins
1draws2 meetings
Eldense1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

5.5

Average goals per game

100%

Games with 3+ goals

100%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (65%) — the odds may underestimate Eldense.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.1%

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 68.0%Draw 24.7%Away 12.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.453.807.86
Max1.494.298.50
Over 2.5: 47.6%Under 2.5: 58.8%
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 market65.1%22.6%12.3%
Public market64.4%24.6%11.0%
Δ0.6%2.0%1.3%

Espanyol vs Eldense — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Espanyol (68%)

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:02Eldense
23Shots6
5Shots on target3

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
28/01/24Eldense3–2Espanyol3.00/3.10/2.49
17/09/23Espanyol3–3Eldense1.47/4.04/8.18

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: Eldense

W 23D 26L 35
Over 2.543
Goals scored90

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026