Competition: LaLiga2
Date: 18.10.2024
Kickoff: 19:30 UK / 20:30 CEST
Venue: Estadio Nuevo Arcángel (Córdoba)
Córdoba hosts Cartagena in a pivotal LaLiga2 clash, with both teams looking to turn their seasons around. After earning promotion from the Primera RFEF last season, Córdoba’s return to the second tier has been less than smooth. Once a member of LaLiga, the club has experienced its fair share of turmoil, and their current performance reflects this. With only two wins in nine matches, Córdoba finds itself teetering on the edge of the relegation zone.
Meanwhile, their opponent, Cartagena, is already deep in relegation trouble. After nine rounds, they’ve also managed just two wins but have suffered repeated defeats, with no draws to ease their position. Cartagena’s recent form has been particularly poor, losing to Tenerife and Racing Ferrol without scoring a single goal. If they don’t reverse this trend soon, relegation seems almost certain.
Córdoba vs Cartagena Prediction: Córdoba to Win
Both teams are in difficult positions, making this match a high-stakes encounter. While a low-scoring game seems likely given their struggles, Córdoba has shown flashes of offensive efficiency in some matches. If they can maintain this form, the game could open up. Betting on a Córdoba victory appears to be the safest option, especially considering their stronger home performances this season.
Head-to-Head (H2H) Stats
08 Mar 2020: Córdoba 0-2 FC Cartagena (Segunda B – Group 4)
20 Oct 2019: FC Cartagena 2-0 Córdoba (Segunda B – Group 4)
22 May 2012: Córdoba 2-0 FC Cartagena (La Liga 2)
15 Oct 2011: FC Cartagena 0-0 Córdoba (La Liga 2)
26 Feb 2011: Córdoba 2-0 FC Cartagena (La Liga 2)
25 Sep 2010: FC Cartagena 1-2 Córdoba (La Liga 2)
Córdoba Team News
Antonio Casas, Córdoba’s top scorer with three goals this season, will be crucial to their attack. However, the team will miss Zidane, who is suspended after receiving a red card in the last match.
Recent Matches:
13 Oct 24: Granada 1-0 Córdoba (La Liga 2)
06 Oct 24: Albacete 1-1 Córdoba (La Liga 2)
29 Sep 24: Córdoba 3-1 Racing Ferrol (La Liga 2)
23 Sep 24: Huesca 4-1 Córdoba (La Liga 2)
13 Sep 24: Córdoba 2-0 Deportivo La Coruña (La Liga 2)
Probable Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Carlos Marin
Defenders: Jose Calderon, Mavel, Adrian Lapena, Carlos Albarran
Midfielders: Isma Ruiz, Alex Sala, Ander Yoldi
Forwards: Cristian Carracedo, Antonio Casas, Jacobo Gonzalez
Cartagena Team News
Luis Munoz has been Cartagena’s standout player, contributing two goals and one assist, while Jairo Izquiedo has one goal and two assists to his name.
Recent Matches:
12 Oct 24: FC Cartagena 0-1 Racing Ferrol (La Liga 2)
05 Oct 24: Tenerife 2-0 FC Cartagena (La Liga 2)
30 Sep 24: Racing Santander 1-2 FC Cartagena (La Liga 2)
22 Sep 24: FC Cartagena 1-2 Cadiz (La Liga 2)
15 Sep 24: Real Oviedo 1-0 FC Cartagena (La Liga 2)
Probable Lineup:
Goalkeeper: Jhafets Reyes
Defenders: M. Aguirregabiria, Pedro Alcala, Kiko Olivas, Jairo Izquiedo
Midfielders: Luis Munoz, Damian Musto, Andry Rodriguez
Forwards: Alfredo Ortuno, Gaston Valles, Daniel Escriche
Key Betting Facts
Córdoba has lost only once in their last 18 home matches.
Cartagena’s only two victories this season came in away games.
Córdoba scored five goals in their last two home matches.
In a match where both teams are desperate for points, Córdoba’s home advantage and slightly better form make them the favorites.
