Atl. Madrid – Girona SOCCER PICKS
Atletico Madrid and Girona measured forces at La Peineta Stadium, in a return match of this phase of the Copa del Rey (8th Finals), after the draw by (1-1) in the first leg. The history of recent direct matches between these two teams indicates total balance, since there were 4 draws in the last 4 matches. In this game the home factor may be decisive, since both teams present considerable differences in the results achieved at home and as a visitor.
Atlético Madrid:
The home team comes to this match back in advantage, after the draw was by (1-1) in the first leg, so a draw may be enough to get the qualification. This is a team that usually makes good use of the home advantage, stronger with the help of its supporters, since in the last 30 matches they register 4 wins, 9 draws and 2 losses in away matches, with 16 goals scored and 17 conceded; against 12 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss at their stadium, with 28 goals scored and 6 conceded. In the last match they played, for the First Division, they beat Levante at home (1-0). In the last 10 home matches Atlético Madrid has 9 wins and 1 draw. Their attack has scored regularly, since they have scored goals in 9 of the last 10 matches. There is 1 period that stands out in the last 20 home matches for all competitions: they have suffered 4 of their 11 goals between minutes (31′-45 ‘).
Atlético de Madrid enter this game motivated, after a 1-0 win at the Levante reception: Griezmann, at minute 57, scored the only goal of the match. The greatest valence of the team of the house resides in the capacity that demonstrates in driving its offensive attacks through the fast transitions. The Frenchman Griezmann is responsible for making sense of the opponent’s defense, his highest quality being the ability to take advantage of spaces in the opponent’s defense. The technician will not be able to count on Lucas Hernandez, Felipe Luís, Gelson Martins and Diego Costa, to be injured.
Girona:
The away team comes to this second leg at a disadvantage, because despite the draw in the first leg they suffered 1 goal at home. This is a team that, oddly enough, was better outside than at home, as in the last 30 matches they register 5 wins, 7 draws and 3 losses in away matches; against 5 wins, 6 draws and 4 losses at their stadium. The team comes to this match after a draw at home with Deportivo Alavés by (1-1). In the last 10 games played away for all competitions, Girona won 3, drew 5 and lost 2. Their defense has not been very strong, since they suffered goals in 9 of the last 10 matches, but their attack has scored with regularity, as he scored goals in 7 of the last 10 matches. In 14 matches, they suffered the first goal 5 times and only managed 1 comeback. In the last 11 home matches for all competitions there is 1 period that stands out: they have conceded 5 of their 11 goals between minutes (61′-75 ‘).
The Girona enters this performance after a home draw, a ball, at the reception to Deportivo Alavés. It is possible that the visiting team prefer the right side flank to attack, taking advantage of the depth offered by right wing defender Pedro Porro. Despite being a team that likes to play in their own midfield, it also gets out very easily for the counterattack. It should be noted that in the defensive moment Girona is usually a less aggressive team, allowing some space to rivals. Coach Eusebio will not be able to count on Patrick Roberts, Carles Planas, Aday and Johan Mojica, for being injured.