This Thursday, Elche receives Zaragoza on the occasion of the semi-finals the first leg of the play-offs in Liga 2. Both teams want to keep all their chances before the return match.
11th in Liga 2 during the previous financial year, Elche performed better this season and snatched 6th place in the standings, with 1 small point ahead of 7th, 1st unqualified for these access barriers. Since the resumption, Jonathas’ partners have alternated the good and the less good (4 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses). The success at home against Oviedo on the last day (2-1) gave them the last qualifying jump seat for the playoffs.
In the hard last year, Zaragoza has been much more to their advantage this season and have secured 3rd place in Liga 2. Victorious only once in the last 7 days, for 5 defeats and 1 draw, l he former team of David Villa struggled at the end of the championship and can even harbor regrets because it could have claimed a place in the Top 2, synonymous with a direct rise to the upper echelon. On the last day, Zaragoza achieved a valuable success against Ponferradina (2-1), his first after a series of 5 defeats and 1 draw.
The coach of Elche will be able to count on all his players (Oscar Gil, Josan Ferrandez and Nuke Mfulu have all made their return) and in particular on the Brazilian striker Jonathas, passed by Villarreal. Since his arrival during the winter transfer window, he has scored 7 goals in 14 La Liga 2 games. He should be supported by winger Fidel (9 goals and 7 assists in the league).
Zaragoza has the worst defense of the teams involved in these access dams (53 goals conceded in 42 games). Also, the team will not be able to rely on the second top scorer in Liga 2, the Colombian Luiz Suarez (19 goals), whom Watford wanted to recover directly at the end of his loan. His possible accomplice in attack Puado (4 goals) is also absent. The only good news is the return of Guitian in defense.
Coaches have the possibility of making 5 substitutions during the game.
The meeting will be played behind closed doors.
More consistent overall than its opponent of the day, Zaragoza can enforce the hierarchy by avoiding defeat in this semi-final first leg. Draw or win Zaragoza!
Betting Tips: Draw or Zaragoza
Odds: 1.44
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