Girona
Las PalmasBy Anthony Balogun — Football expert covering Nordic, Baltic and African leagues
Girona may boast the most expensive squad in the Segunda División, but their form has been anything but elite. The Catalans have stumbled out of the gate, and now they face a resolute, well-drilled Las Palmas side that is flying high at the top of the table. Can the visitors leave with points in this clash of contrasting trajectories?
The Catalan outfit has failed to live up to its billing as one of the tournament's favourites, sitting in 17th place with just a single point from two matches (goal difference 2:3). Their campaign began with a 1‑1 draw against Leganés, followed by an unexpected 1‑2 defeat to the weaker Córdoba. Girona try to play an attacking brand of football and regularly find the net, but their defensive line is riddled with gaping spaces that opponents exploit with ease. Playing at home, the team will be desperate to redeem themselves in front of their supporters, yet the persistent instability at the back raises serious doubts.
The Canary Islanders have roared out of the blocks, topping the Segunda standings with a perfect six points from two matches (goal difference 4:1). Las Palmas dispatched Albacete (2‑1) and Ceuta (2‑0) in consecutive fixtures, showcasing superb organisation both in attack and defence. Their squad is well‑balanced, and they boast high efficiency in the final third. Even away from home against a wounded Girona, the visitors have the tools to play with composure and control.
Main prediction: Las Palms to avoid defeat at odds of 2.20 Las Palmas have rightfully earned their place at the summit, playing cohesive, confident football early in the season. Girona, by contrast, are stuttering and suffering serious defensive issues. The visitors have won their last three matches, including a friendly against a strong Cádiz (3‑1). Girona, meanwhile, have failed to win any of their previous seven outings (friendlies included). We do not expect a confident performance from them here. Our pick is “Las Palmas not to lose” at 2.20. We assess the probability of this outcome at 52% (anything above 1.82 is playable).
Total goals prediction: Both teams to score at odds of 1.76 Girona are lively in attack but have consistently leaked goals lately. Both teams have scored in six of their recent matches. Las Palmas also allow opponents to be productive in front of goal – an exchange of strikes occurred in four of their last six games. We choose “both teams to score” at 1.76. We estimate the probability at 61% (anything above 1.65 is playable).
The editorial prediction is provided for informational purposes only and should not be treated as a direct call to action. Every reader should do their own analysis before deciding on a bet.
Girona’s form is a major concern heading into this one. They’ve lost three of their last four matches, and the only win came against a lower-league side in the Copa del Rey. That’s not the kind of momentum you want in La Liga 2, especially against a Las Palmas side that has been tough to beat lately.
Las Palmas are undefeated in their last three league games, picking up two wins and a draw. They’ve shown they can grind out results, and I expect them to avoid defeat here. The double chance on the visitors is the smart play at 2.15.
In the LaLiga 2 meeting between Girona and Las Palmas, the market that stands out is discipline from the away side. I’m taking Las Palmas to stay on the right side of the referee’s notebook, backing them for under 2.5 yellow cards at 1.76.
That translates to no more than two bookings for the visitors — a threshold that fits the flow of this matchup and offers solid value from a probability standpoint.
Girona’s form is a major concern heading into this one. They’ve lost three of their last four matches, and the only win came against a lower-league side in the Copa del Rey. That’s not the kind of momentum you want in La Liga 2, especially against a Las Palmas side that has been tough to beat lately.
Las Palmas are undefeated in their last three league games, picking up two wins and a draw. They’ve shown they can grind out results, and I expect them to avoid defeat here. The double chance on the visitors is the smart play at 2.15.
In the LaLiga 2 meeting between Girona and Las Palmas, the market that stands out is discipline from the away side. I’m taking Las Palmas to stay on the right side of the referee’s notebook, backing them for under 2.5 yellow cards at 1.76.
That translates to no more than two bookings for the visitors — a threshold that fits the flow of this matchup and offers solid value from a probability standpoint.
The match takes place on August 29, 2026, at 20:30 local time, at Girona's home ground in the Segunda División (LaLiga 2).
The main prediction is Las Palmas not to lose (draw or win) at odds of 2.20, based on their excellent form and Girona's defensive issues.
Las Palmas are the favorites, sitting top of the table with two wins, while Girona are 17th with only one point from two matches.
Las Palmas have won both matches this season (4-1 goal difference) and their last three overall. Girona have one point, failed to win any of their last seven outings (including friendlies), and have defensive frailties.
Yes, the preview recommends both teams to score at odds of 1.76, noting Girona are lively in attack but concede often, and Las Palmas also allow goals in recent games.