Espanyol has started the season strongly, currently sitting in fourth place with three wins, one draw, and one loss.
Valencia has had a mixed start, needing to improve their away form.
The last five league matches between these two teams have ended in a draw, a trend Opta data suggests might continue.
Espanyol is strong at home, winning all their home games, while Valencia has struggled on the road.
Manolo González, Espanyol's coach, will be without Pere Milla due to suspension.
Espanyol and Valencia face off in a LaLiga match at Cornellà. Espanyol has been impressive at home, mirroring the home form of Real Madrid and Villarreal, while Valencia is among the teams yet to secure a point away from home, alongside Real Oviedo and Mallorca.
Opta data indicates a high probability of a draw, considering the recent history between these teams. The last five encounters in LaLiga have ended in draws. Espanyol has a tendency to draw on Tuesdays, with their last five Tuesday matches also ending in a tie.
Valencia has a decent record in their recent visits to Espanyol, remaining unbeaten in their last four away games against them (one win and three draws). However, they have never gone five consecutive games unbeaten at Espanyol.
Predicted Lineups:
RCD Espanyol:: Dmitrovic; Romero, Cabrera, Riedel, El Hilali; Pol Lozano, Pickel, Expósito; Dolan, Puado, Kike García.
Valencia CF:: Agirrezabala; Gayà, Diakhaby, Tárrega, Foulquier; Santamaría, Pepelu; Rioja, Diego López, Danjuma; Hugo Duro.
Carlos Corberán's Valencia will likely feature Julen Agirrezabala in goal, with a defense including Tárrega, Diakhaby, Gayà, and Foulquier. The midfield is expected to consist of Santamaría and Pepelu, with Diego López and Rioja on the wings. Danjuma and Hugo Duro are set to lead the attack.
What is Espanyol's current position in LaLiga?
Espanyol is currently in fourth place.
What is Valencia's away form like?
Valencia has struggled with their away form, yet to pick up a point on the road.
Will Pere Milla play for Espanyol?
No, Pere Milla is suspended for this match.
Espanyol is a tough team to beat at home.
Valencia needs to improve their away form to climb the table.
Recent history suggests a draw is the most likely outcome.
Keep an eye on the midfield battle, as it could dictate the flow of the game.
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