Comments and predictions for Celta Vigo vs Espanyol: Sweet revenge
The match between Celta Vigo vs Espanyol in La Liga takes place at 0:30 on April 13. Nghe An Newspaper analyzes performance, football commentary and predicts the score.
Latest information on Celta Vigo vs Espanyol's squad
Celta Vigo have no injury concerns from their win over Mallorca, so coach Claudio Giraldez is likely to stick with the same starting XI. However, players like Fer Lopez, Borja Iglesias and Williot Swedberg are still in the mix. Lopez scored after coming off the bench in the previous game and could replace Iago Aspas – the veteran striker could be rested.
As for Espanyol, the duo of Jose Gragera and Brian Olivan continue to be absent due to injury. There have been no new injuries in the past week, so coach Manolo Gonzalez is likely to stick with the same lineup that helped them beat Rayo Vallecano 4-0. Roberto Fernandez will continue to lead the attack, while Javi Puado – who has scored 10 goals in La Liga this season – is certain to start.
Latest expected lineup Celta Vigo vs Espanyol
Celta Vigo:
Guaita; J Rodriguez, Starfelt, Alonso, Mingueza; Carreira, Duran, Beltran, Moriba, Gonzalez; F Lopez
Espanyol:
J Garcia; El Hilali, Kumbulla, Cabrera, Romero; Gonzalez, Lozano; Roca, Exposito, Puado; Fernandez
Latest football commentary on Celta Vigo vs Espanyol
Celta Vigo have been in impressive form in La Liga since the start of February. They are unbeaten in their last eight games, winning five and drawing three, which has seen them climb to seventh place in the table – a position that would put them in contention for a European spot next season.
A 2-1 win over Mallorca in the previous round further strengthened Claudio Giraldez’s side’s hopes of qualifying for Europe, as they are now just five points behind Villarreal in fifth place. Celta’s home form has also been impressive, with 30 points from 15 games, including nine wins – a record that suggests they will be difficult to beat at Balaídos.
Celta have also been the most dedicated team this season. They have scored 44 goals – the sixth highest in the league – but have also conceded 43, a relatively high number compared to their European rivals. This shaky defense could prove to be a weakness that will see them run out of steam in the final stages of the race.
In their last four encounters with Espanyol, Celta have won just one game and lost 3-1 in the first leg this season. So, despite their good form, they still need to be cautious against an opponent who has caused them trouble.
Espanyol are also showing signs of revival. They have lost just one of their last six La Liga games and have picked up four points from their last two games: a draw at home to Atletico Madrid and then an impressive 4-0 win away to Rayo Vallecano.
The Catalan club are currently 16th with 32 points from 29 games (W8, D8, L13), four points above the relegation zone. Although they are still in the relegation race, their current form is a reason for fans to believe.
Returning to La Liga thanks to last season's Segunda play-offs, Espanyol's goal this season is simply to stay up, and if they maintain their current form, they could very well achieve that.
Latest score prediction Celta Vigo vs Espanyol
Based on the above football comments, we and the world's leading football sites have given the results of the match.Celta Vigo vs Espanyolas follows:
- Sportsmole:Celta Vigo 2-0 Espanyol
- WhoScore:Celta Vigo 2-1 Espanyol
- Our newspaper predicts:Celta Vigo 2-1 Espanyol
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