Probable Lineups
4-3-3
4-2-3-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.6)
6.7
Average Ratings
6.6
(6.4)
32.4
Average Age
33.3
180.7
Average Height (cm)
180
(0.7)
0.8
Shots pg
0.6
(0.9)
(49%)
49%
Aerial Duel Success
44%
(42%)
(0.6)
0.6
Dribbles pg
0.6
(0.6)
(1.5)
1.2
Tackles pg
1.2
(1.5)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.
Missing Players
Girona
Real Valladolid
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johan Mojica | Out | 6.08 | |
| Aday Benítez | Out | 6.58 | |
| Cristhian Stuani | Doubtful | 7.03 | |
| Yassine Bounou | Doubtful | 6.73 | |
| Jonás Ramalho | Doubtful | 6.38 | |
| Carles Planas | Doubtful | 6.53 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Mayoral | Out | N/A | |
| Ivi López | Out | 5.94 | |
| Luismi | Out | N/A |
Team News
Girona
Real Valladolid
- Johan Mojica is out due to injury, with Aday Benitez serving a one-match ban from the tail end of last La Liga season. Marc Muniesa will have to fill in at left-back for the hosts.
- After the departure of Pablo Maffeo last season, Porro will be asked to start the season at right-back, with Eusebio switching to a four-man defence.
- Aleix Garcia, Pere Pons and Alex Granell should make up a midfield three, with Cristhian Stuani still something of a doubt to start after not long returning from his post-World Cup break.
- Girona confirmed the arrival of Patrick Roberts from Manchester City on loan on Thursday and he could be involved from the bench here.
- Keko is expected to make his debut on the right-hand side of the attack after joining on loan from second-tier Malaga this summer.
- Chris Ramos is expected to lead the line, with Valladolid still in the market for another striker before the transfer window shuts at the end of the month.
- Daniele Verde isn't expected to be immediately involved since joining on loan from Roma, with fellow loanee Ivi out with an injury problem.
Unders are never a good choice when Eusebio is in charge of either team. This guy just loves attacking and his teams play very open. I think Girona has a good chance to win this, however, seeing that Valladolid lineup leads me to believe the hosts might underestimate them. Really, there's no doubt which team has better quality but we've seen even unknown 3rd div clubs stand equal to top flight opponents before when underestimated, let alone a team that has managed to qualify for La Liga, albeit with some loanees. Girona players showed last year they got the right attitude and now with a more attacking minded manager they could be a gem to watch. Eusebio's teams are not known for their good defense so i think a bet on goals would make sense, odds of >2.10 are worth it in my opinion
@fghtr why did it end 0-0 then?
Tough call. I haven't seen how Valladolid plays, but still I expect a home win, just because they've already settled in La Liga and will feel much more comfortable, despite of the weak ending last season. Probably under 2.5 goals, as well.
Why are not the ratings of the players in the preview?
@dreamer how can you rate players when they haven't played a single game pal??