On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Girona FC will host Real Oviedo at the Estadi Montilivi in Valladolid, Spain, as both teams strive for crucial points in what promises to be an intense match. Girona, currently sitting at the bottom of the league with a record of 1 win, 3 draws, and 5 losses, is looking to turn around their fortunes against a struggling Oviedo side, which has yet to secure a win this season, coming in at 2 draws and 7 losses.
The odds favor Girona slightly, priced at -122 compared to Oviedo’s +102. The expected total for the game is set at 3 goals. Goalkeepers Paulo Gazzaniga for Girona and Aaron Escandell for Real Oviedo are expected to play pivotal roles in their teams’ defenses.
Girona finds itself in 17th place concerning expected goals (xG), with a disappointing tally of just 8.4, while they have an expected goals against (xGA) of 17.6. This season, they have conceded 19 goals, averaging 2.11 goals against per match. Their goal differential currently stands at -13, scoring only 6 goals while allowing 19. Girona has managed just one clean sheet, indicating defensive struggles, and has also picked up a significant number of disciplinary cards, with 19 yellow cards and 5 reds.
Real Oviedo, similarly, faces challenges, averaging a mere 0.7 points per contest and holding the 18th position in goals conceded, with 16 goals against. Oviedo’s goal differential is slightly better at -12, as they have scored 4 goals this season, with an expected goals total of 7. They have also notched just one clean sheet, creating a shared concern around defensive capabilities.
For Girona, Paulo Gazzaniga will lead the goalkeeping charge. Gazzaniga has a career total of 14,333 minutes played, achieving a respectable 470 saves from his time on the field. He has a goals against average of 1.36. On the other hand, Aaron Escandell will guard the net for Real Oviedo, carrying a 69.7% save percentage and an average of 1.64 goals conceded per 90 minutes.
Notably, Girona’s Viktor Tsyhankov stands out as a player to watch. With a wealth of experience, he has netted 102 goals in nearly 22,000 minutes. His ability to convert chances could be crucial in breaking the deadlock for his team. Conversely, Oviedo’s defenseman Javi Lopez provides both offensive and defensive contributions, having tallied 25 points through goals and assists during his lengthy career.
As both teams look to climb the league table, the outcome of this match could have significant implications for their campaigns. With the stakes high, fans and analysts alike are eager to see which side will emerge victorious in what is expected to be a thrilling encounter.