Elche vs Girona Preview: Prediction, Team News, Lineups
17th-placed Elche (10-12-15) travel to Estadi Montilivi in Girona to face 18th-placed Girona (9-13-15) on Saturday, May 23, 2026. Girona come into this in poor form (LDDLL) while Elche are in mixed form (WLDLW).
When and Where to Watch
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, May 23, 2026 |
| Kickoff (US Eastern) | 3:00 PM ET |
| Kickoff (UK) | 8:00 pm BST |
| Venue | Estadi Montilivi, Girona |
| Competition | La Liga |
| Free Stream | DAMITV |
Form Guide (Last 5)
Girona — LDDLL
| Result | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| L | 1-0 | Atlético Madrid |
| D | 1-1 | Real Sociedad |
| D | 1-1 | Rayo Vallecano |
| L | 1-0 | Mallorca |
| L | 2-1 | Valencia |
Elche — WLDLW
| Result | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| W | 1-0 | Getafe |
| L | 2-1 | Real Betis |
| D | 1-1 | Alavés |
| L | 3-1 | Celta Vigo |
| W | 2-1 | Real Oviedo |
Girona have won 0, drawn 2 and lost 3 of their last 5 matches. Their most recent result was a 1-0 loss to Atlético Madrid. That is a concerning run that puts real pressure on the squad ahead of this match.
Elche have picked up 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 outings. They come into this off the back of a 1-0 win against Getafe. Away form has been inconsistent, and getting a result here will be a test of their character.
Despite being on the road, Elche's recent form is notably better than their opponents. If they can carry that confidence into this match, they have a real chance of taking all three points.
Key Players
Girona
| Category | Player | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | Vladyslav Vanat | Matches: 27, Goals: 9 |
| Goals | Viktor Tsygankov | Matches: 31, Goals: 6 |
| Assists | Viktor Tsygankov | Matches: 31, Assists: 5 |
| Assists | Arnau Martínez | Matches: 34, Assists: 3 |
| Total Shots | Viktor Tsygankov | 50 |
| Total Shots | Azzedine Ounahi | 50 |
| Saves | Paulo Gazzaniga | 116 |
| Saves | Marc-André ter Stegen | 4 |
Elche
| Category | Player | Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | André Silva | Matches: 30, Goals: 10 |
| Goals | Rafa Mir | Matches: 27, Goals: 8 |
| Assists | Germán Valera | Matches: 35, Assists: 5 |
| Assists | Álvaro Rodríguez | Matches: 33, Assists: 5 |
| Total Shots | Álvaro Rodríguez | 74 |
| Total Shots | Rafa Mir | 69 |
| Saves | Matías Dituro | 58 |
| Saves | Iñaki Peña | 55 |
Players to Watch
Vladyslav Vanat has been Girona's standout performer this season, contributing 9 goals in 27 appearances. The Girona talisman will be the main source of attacking threat and the player Elche will need to keep quiet if they are to get anything from this game. Viktor Tsygankov (5 assists in 31 appearances) has been the chief creator, and the connection between these two will be crucial to any success.
For Elche, André Silva leads the way with 10 goals in 30 appearances. Germán Valera has contributed 5 assists in 35 appearances and will be looking to unlock the Girona defense with creative passing. Elche will need their key players to deliver on the big stage if they want to take something from this fixture.
La Liga Standings Context
| # | Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Levante | 37 | 11 | 9 | 17 | -13 | 42 |
| 16 | Osasuna | 37 | 11 | 9 | 17 | -5 | 42 |
| 17 | Elche | 37 | 10 | 12 | 15 | -8 | 42 |
| 18 | Girona | 37 | 9 | 13 | 15 | -16 | 40 |
| 19 | Mallorca | 37 | 10 | 9 | 18 | -13 | 39 |
| 20 | Real Oviedo | 37 | 6 | 11 | 20 | -31 | 29 |
Only 1 position separate these two sides in the table, adding extra significance to this fixture.
Season Stats Comparison
| Girona | Stat | Elche |
|---|---|---|
| -16 | Goal Difference | -8 |
| 38 | Goals Scored | 48 |
| 27 | Assists | 30 |
| 54 | Goals Conceded | 56 |
Betting Odds
| Market | Odds (DraftKings) |
|---|---|
| Girona (ML) | -130 |
| Elche (ML) | 340 |
| Spread | GIR -0.5 |
| Over/Under | 2.5 |
The bookmakers have Girona as the clear favorite at -130, with Elche the big underdog at 340. The over/under is set at 2.5 goals.
Prediction
For our full prediction on Elche vs Girona including predicted score, win probabilities, and detailed AI analysis, head to the DAMITV Predictions page. Our prediction engine factors in current form, league position, head-to-head record, and home advantage to generate match forecasts with confidence ratings.
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