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 havenโt 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 Gironaโs 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. Stuaniโs versatility, leadership attributes upfront and goalscoring instincts suit the teamโs 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. Barseghyanโs 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 โ โ by Betfair
- Tip 2: Cristhian Stuani to score anytimeโ โ by Bet365
- Tip 3: Both teams to score โ 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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