Match Overview: Celta Vigo vs Girona FC (Sep 29, 2024) | 2024-25 LaLiga

Date: 29th September 2024
Competition: Spanish LaLiga (2024-25 Season)
Venue: Balaídos Stadium, Vigo, Spain
Final Score: Celta Vigo 1-1 Girona

The 2024-25 LaLiga season brought us an intense battle between Celta Vigo and Girona on September 29, 2024. Both teams entered the fixture seeking to improve their standing on the LaLiga points table, with Celta Vigo aiming to break a two-game losing streak and Girona striving to recover from a draw against Rayo Vallecano. Celta Vigo, with a record of 3-1-4 and 10 points, faced off against a resilient Girona, who had accumulated 9 points with a 2-3-3 record. The clash was highly anticipated, with both sides eager to secure the win.

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Head-to-Head Record (Before This Match)

• Celta Vigo: 3 wins
• Girona: 2 wins
• Draws: 1

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Lineups

Here are the Celta Vigo vs Girona lineups today (Sep 29, 2024)

Celta Vigo (3-4-2-1 Formation)

Substitutes:

• 30 Hugo Álvarez
• 9 Anastasios Douvikas
• 19 Williot Swedberg
• 33 Hugo Sotelo
• 22 Javier Manquillo
• 1 Iván Villar

Girona FC (4-2-3-1 Formation)

Substitutes:

• 5 David López
• 22 Jhon Solís
• 20 Bryan Gil
• 24 Portu
• 6 Donny van de Beek

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Match Summary: First Half

The 2024-25 LaLiga clash between Celta Vigo and Girona kicked off with both teams eager to secure crucial points in the early phase of the season. Girona dominated the early exchanges, pressing high and creating several goal-scoring opportunities. Celta Vigo struggled to find their rhythm and were unable to get past Girona’s organized defense.

Girona’s breakthrough came in the 38th minute through Yangel Herrera. A well-placed cross by Daley Blind found Herrera, who leaped to head the ball into the bottom right corner, giving Girona a 1-0 lead. Despite efforts from Celta Vigo to respond, they found themselves chasing the game as the first half ended. Injuries to Girona’s Oriol Romeu and Celta Vigo’s Pablo Durán and Ilaix Moriba disrupted the flow of the game, but Girona went into halftime with a deserved lead. Celta Vigo’s attempts on goal were either blocked or lacked accuracy, leaving them with plenty to ponder as the teams headed into the break.

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Match Summary: Second Half

The second half saw Celta Vigo come out with renewed energy as they looked to overturn the deficit. Manager Rafa Benítez made crucial substitutions, bringing in key players like Iago Aspas and Hugo Sotelo to add more creativity and firepower. Girona, on the other hand, continued to defend solidly, with Viktor Tsygankov posing a constant threat on the counterattack.

Celta Vigo grew into the game as the half progressed, and their persistence paid off in the 81st minute. Williot Swedberg’s neat pass found Iago Aspas in the center of the box, and the veteran striker made no mistake, firing a left-footed shot into the bottom left corner to equalize for Celta Vigo. The goal brought the home crowd to life, and Celta Vigo piled on the pressure in the closing minutes. Girona, however, held firm, with Gazzaniga making crucial saves to prevent a Celta Vigo winner.

Both teams had opportunities to snatch a victory late in the game, but the match ended in a 1-1 draw. Girona’s defense remained resilient under the final waves of Celta Vigo attacks, and the visitors left with a valuable point.

In the end, a hard-fought battle saw both sides share the spoils, with the result reflecting the even nature of the contest.

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Stats

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Match Timeline

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC First Half Timeline

• 1′: The game began with Celta Vigo quickly pressing forward, earning an early free kick on the left wing, but Carlos Domínguez’s header missed.
• 4′: Girona responded through Yangel Herrera, whose shot from close range was saved by Guaita.
• 12′: Oriol Romeu (Girona) was injured, prompting an early substitution as Donny van de Beek replaced him.
• 38′: Goal! Girona 1-0: Yangel Herrera headed in from a Daley Blind cross, giving Girona the lead just before the halftime whistle.
• 45’+4′: The first half ended with Girona holding onto their 1-0 lead, with Celta Vigo struggling to break down Girona’s defense.

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Second Half Timeline

• 65′: Iago Aspas was substituted in for Celta Vigo, aiming to provide more attacking threat.
• 72′: Girona made tactical changes, with Bryan Gil and Jhon Solís entering to strengthen their midfield.
• 81′: Goal! Celta Vigo 1-1: Iago Aspas brought Celta Vigo level with a left-footed strike, assisted by Williot Swedberg, giving the home fans hope of a late winner.
• 90’+5′: Girona came close to snatching the win in the dying moments, but Douvikas’ header was saved by Gazzaniga. The match ended in a 1-1 draw.

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Impact on the Points Table

This draw left Celta Vigo with 11 points from 9 matches (3-2-4), while Girona moved to 10 points (2-4-3). Both teams remain in the mid-table zone but will need to improve if they are to challenge for higher positions as the season progresses.

Celta Vigo vs Girona FC Man of the Match

• Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo): Coming off the bench, Aspas had an immediate impact with his equalizer, rescuing a point for his side.

FAQs

1. Who scored in the Celta Vigo vs Girona FC match?
   • Yangel Herrera scored for Girona in the 38th minute, while Iago Aspas scored for Celta Vigo in the 81st minute.
2. How did Iago Aspas perform in the Celta Vigo vs Girona FC match?
   • Iago Aspas came on as a substitute and scored the crucial equalizer for Celta Vigo, showcasing his clinical finishing.
3. What was the result of the Celta Vigo vs Girona FC match?
   • The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
4. How many fouls were committed in the Celta Vigo vs Girona FC match?
   • A total of 23 fouls were committed, with 9 by Celta Vigo and 14 by Girona.

The Celta Vigo vs Girona match was an evenly contested affair, with both teams showing grit and determination. Girona’s early lead, courtesy of Yangel Herrera, was canceled out by a well-taken goal from Iago Aspas. Despite several late chances, neither side could secure the win, resulting in a hard-fought 1-1 draw.