In the upcoming La Liga match, Girona will be looking to extend their winning streak to five matches when they take on Osasuna at the latter’s home ground.
Match Preview
Girona has had an incredible start to the 2023-24 season, with nine wins, one draw, and only one loss in 11 La Liga games. They are currently level on points with table-toppers Real Madrid.
Osasuna, on the other hand, has had a mixed start to the season, with four wins, one draw, and six losses in their first 11 matches. The team has been inconsistent and has struggled for goals, scoring just 12 goals so far.
However, Osasuna’s recent form at home has been disappointing, having won only one of their six home games across all competitions.
In contrast, Girona has been in red-hot form, winning their last three league matches and progressing to the next round of Copa del Rey on Wednesday evening.
Osasuna would be hoping to replicate their 2-1 victory against Girona in the corresponding fixture last season. But with Girona’s impressive run of form, it would be a challenging match for the home side.
Team News:
Osasuna will miss Juan Cruz due to injury, but they have an otherwise fit squad. Head coach Jagoba Arrasate is expected to field the same starting eleven that played against Real Betis last weekend.
Ruben Garcia is likely to start in a forward position.
For Girona, David Lopez will be absent due to injury, while Portu is expected to start, moving Yan Couto back into the wing-back position.
Several key players who were rested for Wednesday’s Copa del Rey match are likely to return to the starting lineup.
Predicted Lineups:
Osasuna:
- Herrera;
- Areso, Catena, D Garcia, Pena;
- Moncayola, Torro;
- Ruben Garcia, Oroz, Gomez;
- Budimir
Girona:
- Gazzaniga;
- A Martinez, Juanpe, Blind;
- Couto, Herrera, A Garcia, Gutierrez;
- Portu, Dovbyk, Savio
Prediction:
Although Girona has been in top form, Osasuna cannot be underestimated, especially while playing at home.
Despite their inconsistent start to the season, Osasuna possesses some excellent attacking talent, and a tight contest could be expected.
The game has the potential to end in a draw, with both teams sharing the spoils.
- Our prediction: Osasuna 1-1 Girona
