Desperation derby: Elche and Girona fight for survival
Average Futmetrix Score: 50/100. The Stakes are brutal—both teams are drowning in the lower reaches of La Liga, and this head-to-head clash is a straight shootout for points that could mean the difference between staying up and going down.
The Setup
Elche sits 11th with 16 points, but their Form is alarming: three defeats in five matches have them spiraling. Girona, meanwhile, are in freefall at 18th with just 12 points, clinging to survival by their fingernails despite two recent wins. The Balance here is deceptive—both teams are trapped in the same nightmare, but Girona is closer to the abyss. Every possession matters; every mistake echoes.
Key Battle
Matías Dituro (Elche) vs Cristhian Stuani (Girona). The Elche keeper has been a wall in recent action (9.2 rating last time out), but Stuani is a genuine threat—three goals in four matches make him Girona's primary offensive weapon. If Dituro shuts down Stuani, Elche controls this match.
Our Prediction
Elche 1-0 Girona. The hosts, with more points in the bank and defensive stability, exploit Girona's fragility. Visitors will press but crack under pressure; Elche strike on the counter. Iñaki Peña keeps it tight at the back, but Stuani will have one chance that goes begging.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Only if relegation drama grips you. No spectacle here, but pure tension—every error is magnified.
What's the predicted outcome?
Elche 1-0. Home team leverages better table position and defensive solidity to edge a desperate rival.
Where are Elche and Girona in the league table?
Elche 11th with 16 points. Girona 18th with 12 points. A four-point gap in the relegation battle.
What is Elche's current form?
Alarming. Three losses in five games (LDDLL). Only one win in their last four outings.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Cristhian Stuani (Girona): 3 goals in 4 matches, averaging 6.9 rating. Girona's primary attacking threat.
Why is this match rated 50/100?
Our Futmetrix algorithm analyzed intensity, balance, and stakes. The final score of 50/100 places this match in the "Average" category.