Girona take on the visitors Rayo Vallecano in the round of 1/8-finals of Copa del Rey. The match will be played on Wednesday, January 17th at Estadio Municipal de Montilivi (Girona).
Girona have made a lot of noise about themselves. It's only their second time in La Liga. Their debut attempt spanned two seasons. Now, after their promotion in 2022, the team not only avoids the risk of relegation to Segunda - on the contrary, they finished the first round among the leaders, on par with Real Madrid and at a distance from their formidable neighbor, Barcelona, not to mention the rest. And Dovbyk, acquired in the summer, was named the Player of the Month in La Liga in December. Even after the winter break, Michel Sanchez's team confirmed their maximum ambitions, securing a victory over Atletico. However, after that, they only managed a goalless draw with Almeria. In such circumstances, is there a need for a cup race?
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Rayo Vallecano were a classic example of a coaching team in Spain. It exemplified how an relatively unknown but talented specialist (with the caveat that in this case, it's a former outstanding footballer) takes a team in Segunda, quickly elevates them to a higher level, and achieves success there. This time, the Madrid-based team didn't make it to European competitions, but they were comfortable in the middle of the table twice. However, in the summer, the Basque club did not renew the contract, as he was persistently called to the Premier League. The new coach became Francisco. It can't be said that he completely maintained the level of his predecessor, but overall, the team continues to stay clear of the relegation zone.
Since their promotion to La Liga, Girona have not lost to Rayo Vallecano, with a couple of draws, 2-2 last season and a 2-1 victory in Madrid this season. However, two years ago, the capital club won away in the cup. Expecting Dovbyk and his team to seek revenge for their La Liga setback. Taking the risk to believe it will happen: betting on the victory of the home team.
Prediction for the match: Girona to win.
