The LaLiga clash between Celta de Vigo and RCD Espanyol is scheduled for today, November 30, 2025, at 5:30 PM UTC (6:30 PM CET) at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos in Vigo, Spain. As of the current date, the match is upcoming, so no final result is available yet. Below is a comprehensive preview based on the latest team news, form, head-to-head (H2H) history, and statistical insights.
Celta de Vigo vs RCD Espanyol:
Team Form and Standings
- Celta de Vigo (11th in LaLiga): They've shown signs of improvement with three wins in their last four matches, but draws have plagued their season—seven in their first 13 games overall. This leaves them just outside the top half, averaging 1.53 goals scored per match at home, with over 1.5 total goals in all nine home fixtures. Recent results: Win, Win, Win, Draw, Loss (last five). They're unbeaten at home in their last three league games.
- RCD Espanyol (6th in LaLiga): A strong 2-1 victory over Sevilla in their latest outing snapped a two-game losing streak, boosting their European aspirations. They've won three of their last five, with both teams to score (BTTS) landing in 7 of 13 games this season. Away form is solid, with one win on the road, but they've conceded in 80% of recent away matches.
Celta de Vigo vs RCD Espanyol:
Predicted Lineups
- Celta de Vigo (3-4-3): Ionut Andrei Radu (GK); Javi Rodriguez, Carl Starfelt, Marcos Alonso; Javi Rueda, Fran Beltrán, Miguel Román, Sergio Carreira; Iago Aspas, Borja Iglesias, Bryan Zaragoza.
Key players: Iago Aspas (team captain and top scorer with creative flair) and Borja Iglesias (target man for hold-up play). - RCD Espanyol (4-4-2): Marko Dmitrovic (GK); Omar El Hilali, Fernando Calero, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero; Tyrhys Dolan, Urko González de Zarate, Pol Lozano, Ramon Terrats; Pere Milla, Roberto Fernández.
Key players: Pere Milla (midfield engine) and Roberto Fernández (pacey forward threat).
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Injuries and Availability
Team | Available | Unavailable/Injured |
|---|---|---|
Celta de Vigo | Full squad | None |
RCD Espanyol | Most fit | Javier Puado (injury—major doubt, missed recent games) |
- Celta de Vigo wins: 7
- RCD Espanyol wins: 16
- Draws: 12
- Goals: Celta (avg. 1.2 per game); Espanyol (avg. 1.4 per game)
- Recent trend: Espanyol dominated last season with a double (wins in both fixtures). In the last six H2H, Espanyol won 4, with 1 draw and 1 Celta win. Average goals per match: 2.6, with BTTS in 50% of games.
- At Balaídos (Celta home): More even, with 3 Celta wins, 4 Espanyol wins, and 5 draws in the last 12.
Celta de Vigo vs RCD Espanyol:
Key Stats and Predictions
- Goals and BTTS: Expect over 2.5 goals in ~33% of Celta's home games, but Espanyol's defense has improved (+24% better in goals conceded away). BTTS probability: 54% based on season trends.
- Corners and Cards: League average corners ~9.5 per game; both teams average 4-5 each. Cards: High, with 627 yellows across 136 LaLiga matches this season (avg. 4.6 per game).
- Betting Odds (indicative): Celta win (1.99), Draw (3.30), Espanyol win (3.75). Celta are slight favorites at home.
- xG Insight: Celta's home xG (expected goals) is 1.4; Espanyol's away xG conceded is 1.2—tight contest likely.