Girona - Espanyol predictions

Girona are definitely more likely to win, though all three possible results are quite reasonable to expect. This makes it hard to make reliable betting predictions when this match is concerned, though we may find some betting value.

The visiting team knows that beating Girona on their own turf will be a major accomplishment, and it is always a formidable challenge.

It’s fair to say Girona were not expected to return home from their previous league trip with anything more than their tail between their legs. However, a brave display saw them earn a colossal point (Athletic Bilbao) after they even had a first-time lead against a heavily favoured rival.

The away team are here on the back of a 2:2 home draw which they had to struggle to earn in the recent showdown against Valencia. The betting odds were more or less balanced, but Espanyol played most of that match from behind.

Girona’s recent performances have raised some questions about their defence. They conceded 6 goals throughout their latest three La Liga matches and betting on Over 4.5 seems like a reasonable option.

Results and standings notwithstanding, Espanyol have run into some defensive issues in this stretch of the La Liga. In the past 3 matches, they allowed more than 5 goals to their opponents, which may be cause for concern for their supporters.

Getting a win here will not be easy for the hosts, but they’ll want it to get out of the relegation zone. There’s plenty of time left in the season, but the sooner they start moving up in the standings, the better for their final result.

A successful kick-off to the season brought Espanyol to a strong position on the table. They’re 7 points behind the leaders, and most of the season is still ahead of them. Still, this game’s hosts are looking rather strong as well, so this match will be an exciting one.

Girona won this matchup decisively last season, securing a solid goal difference. They’re also understandably favourites to win this match, as showcased by the 2.44 home win betting odds.

Friday's matchup will see both teams at full strength, free of injuries and suspensions.

An Over 3.5 Goals wager here can net you considerably better results than the Over 2.5 counterpart, and the probability of winning remains almost as strong. The 1 odds offered at 1xbet are great for value, too.