Celta de Vigo Form and Squad
Celta de Vigo are going through a deep slump, having suffered five defeats in a row in all competitions. The latest setback against Villarreal (1:2) underlined the main problem – a lack of balance. With Giraldez’s attacking philosophy, the team are catastrophically failing in defence, having conceded 16 goals since March in their last eight home league games. Balaidos, once a fortress, has stopped bringing points: three straight home defeats and only 17 points collected at home (the worst return).
Key numbers for Celta de Vigo:
Giraldez’s team have failed to win in 9 of their last 11 matches in all competitions.
Celta de Vigo have conceded in eight consecutive games.
The Celts have received only one red card all season (the best record).
Probable lineup (3-4-3): Ionut Radu – Javi Rodriguez, Joel Lago, Carlos Dominguez – Sergio Carreira, Ilaix Moriba, Hugo Sotelo, Oscar Mingueza – Pablo Duran, Borja Iglesias, Hugo Alvarez
Out: Miguel Roman, Matias Vecino, Williot Swedberg (injuries), Marcos Alonso (suspension), Carl Starfelt, Joseph Aidoo (doubtful)
Elche Form and Squad
Elche are the complete opposite of their opponents in terms of current momentum. Sarabia’s side have won four of their last five matches, including a recent victory over Oviedo (2:1). The coach’s tactical flexibility has allowed the white-and-greens to build momentum and move four points clear of the relegation zone. Although Elche’s away record is not impressive (just one win on the road this season), their current unbeaten run of three matches makes them dangerous visitors.
Key numbers for Elche:
In six of their last seven away fixtures, Elche have seen Over 2.5 goals.
Sarabia’s team have scored in eight of their last nine matches.
The white-and-greens have conceded in all their away games this season.
Probable lineup (3-5-2): Matias Dituro – Buba Sangare, David Affengruber, Pedro Bigas – Hector Fort, Marc Aguado, Gonzalo Villar, Aleix Febas, Adria Pedrosa – Andre Silva, Alvaro Rodriguez
Unavailable: Adam Boayar (injury), German Valera (suspension), Iago Santiago (doubtful)
