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Espanyol Femenino Battles SD Eibar in Crucial Liga F Showdown
The stakes are high as Espanyol Femenino travels to Ipurúa to face SD Eibar in a vital Liga F clash on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 17:00. Both teams are fighting tooth and nail to avoid relegation, making this a must-win game for both sides.
A Battle for Survival
Espanyol Femenino currently sits in 11th place with 28 points, a precarious six points above the relegation zone. SD Eibar, in 8th place with 34 points, also needs points to solidify their league position. With only four matches remaining in the season, every point is critical.
Espanyol arrives with boosted morale after a convincing 2-0 victory against Levante Badalona. Coach Sara Monforte is optimistic, highlighting the team's recent form (points in six of their last seven matches, with the exception of a 4-1 loss to Costa Adeje Tenerife). Their aim? To surpass 30 points and secure safety before the final matchday. However, Eibar presents a formidable challenge, boasting a strong defense. Espanyol will need to replicate their comeback victory from their previous encounter with Eibar.
Eibar's Fight for Permanence
SD Eibar, coached by Yerai Martín, also aims for league permanence. They're looking to break a two-match winless streak and secure their spot definitively with a win against Espanyol. Martín acknowledges their inconsistent home form but highlights the contributions of top scorers Ane Campos, Elba Vergués, and Esperanza Pizarro (three goals each).
Team News and Key Players
Monforte will have to make changes to her starting lineup due to the absences of Laia Ballesté and Carol Marín (suspension) and Daniela Caracas (injury). The return of Cristina Baudet, Mar Torras, and Ana Hernández provides some much-needed squad depth for Espanyol. Eibar, on the other hand, will hope their home advantage will help them secure a crucial win.
Match Details and Prediction
Amy Peñalver Pearce will officiate the match, which will be broadcast live on DAZN. Eibar's season statistics show 21 goals scored and 36 conceded (9 wins, 8 draws, 10 losses), while Espanyol has 23 goals scored and 44 conceded (6 wins, 11 draws, 10 losses). The match promises high stakes and intense competition. Ultimately, the match ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving both teams with work to do in the final matches of the season.
