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Espanyol vs Valencia CF Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | La Liga, November 9, 2024

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  • Tournament: La Liga
  • Date: Saturday, November 9
  • Kick-off Time: 05:30 pm GMT
  • Venue: Cornellà-El Prat, Barcelona (wider urban area).

It’s a tailenders battle in La Liga 2024-25. RCD Espanyol de Barcelona, currently ranked 17th will be hosting last-placed Valencia CF, in what will be Espanyol’s 13th and Valencia’s 12th fixture of the 2024/25 season.

RCD Espanyol recently lost the derby to table-toppers FC Barcelona and the future looks really dark for them at the moment. They have lost to big clubs like Barca, Sevilla FC, Athletic Club Bilbao, and Real Madrid in recent matches which have made their life tough. The road has been tough for the club, and it can clearly be seen that they haven’t been good in the tough terrain. This game against Valencia can be their chance to bounce back, after all, they will face the bottom-placed team.

Valencia CF are having a tough time, in the league and also especially in their city, after the dangerous floods which hit them a couple of days back. A win here would give something to cherish for the people of Valencia, who are facing a natural disaster. Valencia CF had to postpone their last game against Real Madrid, but now after finally taking the field again, they need to be strong. They are bottom of the table and need a big miracle to turn around their season.

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RCD Espanyol Team News

RCD Espanyol squad
RCD Espanyol players look dejected after the final whistle of the LaLiga Santander match between Valencia CF and RCD Espanyol at Estadio Mestalla on May 28, 2023 ( Credits: Getty Images)

RCD Espanyol have no injuries in the squad but two suspensions to worry about. Right-back Omar El Hilali has four yellows in 12 appearances, while central Midfielder Pol Lozano also has four yellows from just 8 appearances. 

Valencia CF Team News

Valencia CF players
Valencia CF celebrates the team’s first goal during the LaLiga Santander match between Valencia CF and Rayo Vallecano (Credits: Getty Images)

Valencia CF have a lot to worry about in this game. Defensive midfielder Pepelu might face a suspension with four yellows in 10 games. They also have four injured players: Mouctar Diakhaby, Rafa Mir, Hugo Duro, and Thierry Correia.

Espanyol vs Valencia CF Predicted Lineups

RCD Espanyol Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)

Goalkeeper: Joan Garcia

Defenders: Álvaro Tejero, Kumbulla, Cabrera, Carlos Romero

Midfielders: Carreras, Gragera, Kral, Cardona

Attackers: Veliz, Puado

Valencia CF predicted lineup: (4-4-2)

Goalkeeper: Mamardashvili

Defenders: Correia, Tarrega, Mosquera, Vazquez

Midfielders: Lopez, Barrenechea, Guillamón, Rioja

Forwards: Almedia, Gomez

Head-to-Head Record

RCD Espanyol and Valencia CF have met a total of 40 times. Espanyol won only 10 of these past meets, while only 21 were won by Valencia CF, and 9 games ended in a draw. Records indicate that Valencia CF have been the better side in this rivalry.

Key Players to Watch in Espanyol vs Valencia CF

Álvaro Tejero (RCD Espanyol)

Álvaro Tejero
Álvaro Tejero of RCD Espanyol de Barcelona in action during the La Liga match between Atletico de Madrid and RCD Espanyol (Credits: Getty Images)

The defender operates from the right, mostly in the full-back position, and sometimes as a winger too. He has two assists and a goal already.

In the last two games, he played full minutes, from the wing. But, seeing the results, he needs to come and start from behind. His defensive attributes will be essential for the side to protect the fence in this game.

Giorgi Mamardashvili (Valencia CF)

Giorgi Mamardashvili
Giorgi Mamardashvili celebrating Valencia’s win (Source: Getty Images)

Being the first-choice goalkeeper, he has played in all games for Valencia CF this season. Among the various downs in the back-line, he is probably the only positive. His superb reflex, quality runs, and rushing out have saved his side on many occasions.

He has three clean sheets in 11 games and also saved 33% of the penalties. A perfect outing for him against Espanyol can be a step closer to avoiding the last position as soon as possible.

Espanyol vs Valencia CF Prediction

Since both teams will be desperate for a win, trying to avoid the relegation race, a tough encounter is expected. This game will be a test of midfield for both sides, and the side with domination is predicted to win. RCD Espanyol with a fitter squad, better form and home support is predicted to win this game.

Predicted Score: Espanyol 1-0 Valencia CF

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FAQs

Q. When is Espanyol vs Valencia CF?

The Espanyol vs Valencia CF game will be played on November 9th at Cornellà-El Prat, Barcelona

Q. Where to watch Espanyol vs Valencia CF live for free?

The game between Espanyol vs Valencia CF can be watched on Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and DirecTV Stream.

Q. What is the predicted score in Espanyol vs Valencia CF?

The predicted score for Espanyol vs Valencia CF is Espanyol 1-0 Valencia CF.

Q. What is the head-to-head record for Espanyol vs Valencia CF?

RCD Espanyol de Barcelona and Valencia CF have met a total of 40 times. RCD Espanyol de Barcelona won only 10 of these past meets, while only 21 were won by Valencia CF, and 9 games ended in a draw.