Gimnàstic vs Málaga prediction and betting tips on June 22, 2024
Game Prediction
On June 22, 2024, the second leg of the playoff match between Gimnàstic and Málaga will take place, with the winner securing a spot in Spain's Segunda División.
Gimnàstic vs Málaga: Key Statistics and Trends
- Gimnàstic has won four of their last six matches.
- Málaga has only lost once since mid-February.
Gimnàstic – the shape of the team and its analysis:
Gimnàstic, often referred to as "Nàstic," last played in La Liga almost twenty years ago, during the 2006/2007 season. Since 2019, the team has been stuck in Spain's third division.
This season, they finally made a significant breakthrough. Despite a strong finish, they couldn't catch Deportivo, ending up second in their group. However, they managed to overcome Ceuta in the playoffs with a 2-2 away draw and a 2-1 home win. In the decisive round, they quickly responded to an early goal but conceded a second.
Málaga – the shape of the team and its analysis:
Málaga, known as "Los Boquerones," once had ambitions of becoming a new powerhouse in Spanish football, playing in the Champions League playoffs under Manuel Pellegrini. However, their fortunes have declined, leading to relegation from the Segunda División.
They couldn't secure a direct return, finishing with 70 points in their group, behind both Castellón and Córdoba. Nonetheless, they managed to overcome Celta B in the playoffs with a 2-2 draw in Vigo and a 2-1 home win. They replicated this 2-1 scoreline against Gimnàstic in the first leg.
Gimnàstic: Team News
There have been no reported injuries or suspensions.
Málaga: Team News
All players are fit and available for selection.
Gimnàstic vs Málaga: Possible Starting Lineups
Gimnàstic (possible lineup): Varo - Domingo Chiráneta, Trigueros, Nacho González, Oriol - Garri, Gorostidi, Sanz, Concha - Fernández, Domínguez
Málaga (possible lineup): Herrero - Puga, Juande, Monte, García - Rodríguez, Molina, Larrubia, Lorenzo, Ferreiro - Fernández
Head to Head matches:Gimnàstic vs Málaga
In the 2018/2019 season, both Segunda División matches were won by Málaga. The only other recent encounter was a cup match two years ago, which Gimnàstic won 2-1 at home.
Free prediction today for the match: Gimnàstic vs Málaga
The hosts must put up a strong fight, as there is much at stake, and they need a victory. Expect an entertaining game with "over 2.5 goals" (odds - 1.87).