Confirmed Lineups for Espanyol vs Girona in LALIGA’s Matchday 20
The highly anticipated Matchday 20 of LALIGA EA SPORTS sees the Catalan derby between Espanyol and Girona taking place at the RCDE Stadium. This match marks the opening of the second half of the season, with both teams in contrasting situations.
Girona enters the match with a solid performance, having won three of their last four games. This success has helped them distance themselves from the relegation zone, but consistency will be key to maintaining their position. Conversely, Espanyol has grappled with two consecutive matches without a win but remains safe in fifth place in the league standings.
Team Lineups for the Match
For the upcoming derby, Espanyol’s coach, Manolo González, has selected a familiar starting eleven:
- Goalkeeper: Marko Dmitrovic
- Defenders: Carlos Romero, El Hilali, Calero, Cabrera
- Midfielders: Urko González (defensive pivot), Pol Lozano, Edu Expósito
- Forwards: Dolan, Pere Milla, Roberto
The starting formation features three midfielders, a shift from the typical 4-4-2 setup. This tactical change is aimed at increasing control in the center of the pitch.
Girona’s Expected Lineup
In contrast, Girona’s manager, Míchel Sánchez, has also made notable selections:
- Goalkeeper: Paulo Gazzaniga
- Defenders: Hugo Rincón, Vitor Reis, Blind, Álex Moreno
- Midfielders: Arnau Martínez, Iván Martín, Thomas Lemar
- Forwards: Tsygankov, Bryan Gil, Vanat
This lineup hints at potential changes in Gazzaniga’s role as he approaches the latter stages of his tenure as the starting keeper due to the expected arrival of Ter Stegen.
Match Significance
This match not only holds importance for local bragging rights but also has significant implications for both teams in the context of their league standings. As they proceed with the season, each point gained will be crucial. The contrasting fortunes of Espanyol and Girona make this derby a must-watch as they battle for their respective objectives in LALIGA.
