Girona vs Slovan Bratislava Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Both sides are yet to put a point on board.

Spanish outfit Girona will welcome Slovan Bratislava in their third UEFA Champions League (UCL) game of the season. The hosts have failed to build upon their heroics from last season and have gone from bad to worse across all competitions. The White and Reds have lost both of their opening UCL games and are in danger of becoming the first Spanish side to lose three back-to-back opening games in the competition.

Slovan Bratislava on the other hand have enjoyed a great run of form in their domestic league. They lead the Slovakian top flight and are well on course to defend their title. But, things haven’t been that great in Europe. The Sky Blues have also lost their opening two games and have huge defensive problems to address.

Kick Off

Wednesday, October 23 at 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Montilivi, Spain

Form

Girona (in all competitions): L-W-L-D-W

Slovan Bratislava (in all competitions): W-D-L-W-W

Players to watch 

Cristhian Stuani (Girona)

The Uruguayan target man has been Girona’s most consistent performer over the last few seasons. He has continued to find the back of the net regularly despite his side failing to win games. Stuani’s versatility, leadership attributes upfront and goalscoring instincts suit the team’s style of play. Moreover, he has scored three goals for his side despite not starting a single game in the Spanish top tier.

Tigran Barseghyan (Slovan Bratislava)

Tigran Barseghyan is a proven goalscorer and has an eye for goals. The Armenian international has ten goal contributions to his name, including eight goals and two assists in the Slovakian top flight. Barseghyan’s creativity, positioning and ability to perform in pressure-rich situations make him the man to watch out for.

Match facts

• This will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides
• The Spanish team have scored three own-goals in the campaign so far
• Both sides have lost their opening two Champions League fixtures

 Girona vs Slovan Bratislava: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Girona to win the game – ⅕ by Betfair
• Tip 2: Cristhian Stuani to score anytime– ⅘ by Bet365
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 1/1 by BetGodown

Injury & Team News

Oriol Romeu, Daley Blind, Justin Garcia and Ricard Artero are doubtful for Girona while Slovan Bratislava are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection.

Head-to-head

It will be the first meeting between the two sides.

Predicted Line-up 

Girona (4-2-3-1):

Gazzaniga(GK); Gutierrez, Krejci, Lopez, Martinez; Herrera, Martin; Gil, de Beek, Tsygankov; Miovski

Slovan Bratislava (4-2-3-1)

Dominik (GK); Cesar, Guram, Kevin, Jurij; Julius, Artur; Tigran Barseghyan, Marko, Weiss; David

Prediction for Girona vs Slovan Bratislava

Although it will be the first meeting between the two teams, Girona have an upper hand coming into this fixture. They have their home advantage. Slovan Bratislava also are on a poor record in Europe. Girona are expected to win this tie.

Prediction: Girona 3-2 Slovan Bratislava

Telecast for Girona vs Slovan Bratislava

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