{"id":1450334,"date":"2026-05-21T10:37:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-21T09:37:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1450334"},"modified":"2026-05-21T10:37:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T09:37:19","slug":"match-preview-girona-vs-elche-23-05-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-girona-vs-elche-23-05-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Girona vs Elche: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With La Liga<\/a> survival at stake, Girona<\/a> and Elche<\/a> go head-to-head in a tense relegation six-pointer at Montilivi. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sides are separated by just two points, with Elche holding the edge in the table, but Girona boasting the better record in recent direct encounters. Kick-off is set for 8pm (UK time) on Saturday, with both managers desperate for a result that could define their season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on attacking metrics, recent head-to-heads, and each side’s defensive frailties, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in goals at both ends, given neither side has kept a clean sheet in their last three meetings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Both Teams To Score: Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/6 @ Bet365<\/a>
(60.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe’re backing both teams to score because both sides have conceded over 1.4 goals per game this season and have hit the net in their last three direct meetings. Girona’s shot accuracy (44.7%) and Elche’s attacking output (48 goals) suggest plenty of chances at both ends.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here: both teams average a combined 2.8 goals per game this season and have produced 3+ goals in two of their last three head-to-heads. Defensive vulnerabilities on both sides only add to the appeal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Both teams are fighting for their lives, with Elche (17th, 42 points) just above the drop zone and Girona (18th, 40 points) clinging onto hope. Girona have drawn more than they have won (13 draws in 37), while Elche have shown slightly more cutting edge up front but remain leaky at the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Elche<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n48<\/td>\n56<\/td>\n-8<\/td>\n42<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Girona<\/td>\n18<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n54<\/td>\n-16<\/td>\n40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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