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Osasuna Ends Winless Streak, Defeats Girona 2-1
Late drama unfolded at El Sadar on April 13th, 2025, as Osasuna secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Girona, snapping an eight-game winless run. This hard-fought win was vital for both teams, battling to avoid the relegation zone in a thrilling La Liga clash.
A Hard-Fought Victory for Osasuna
Ante Budimir, Osasuna's prolific striker with 15 goals this season, opened the scoring in the 38th minute with a powerful header. This goal, following several missed opportunities, ignited the home crowd and gave Osasuna a much-needed lead. Despite Girona’s disallowed offside goal early on, Osasuna controlled much of the first half, frustrating Míchel's visitors. A later disallowed goal for Girona's Danjuma added to the tension.
The second half saw Girona push relentlessly for an equalizer, but it was Osasuna who struck again. Substitute Pablo Ibáñez unleashed a powerful shot from outside the box in the 79th minute, doubling Osasuna's advantage. However, the drama wasn't over. Yáser Asprilla's late goal in the 96th minute gave Girona a glimmer of hope, but Osasuna held on for the victory in front of a roaring 20,260-strong crowd.
Girona's Relegation Fight Intensifies
This defeat extends Girona's winless streak to nine matches, leaving them precariously positioned just five points above the relegation zone. While they showed moments of brilliance, especially in the late surge, their inability to convert chances into goals proved costly. Viktor Tsygankov, despite starting, was substituted in the 51st minute as Girona struggled to create consistent attacking threats. Míchel acknowledged the team's need for improved clinical finishing.
Post-Match Reactions and Key Statistics
Osasuna's coach, Vicente Moreno, expressed immense relief, highlighting the importance of this victory in their fight for survival. Meanwhile, Míchel emphasized Girona's need to quickly regroup and improve their finishing. Osasuna enjoyed slightly better possession (51%) and shots on target (5 compared to Girona's 3), underscoring their greater efficiency in front of goal. The match saw several yellow cards, underlining the intensity of the encounter.
Looking Ahead
Osasuna's win propels them to 12th place, providing crucial breathing room. However, the fight for survival in La Liga remains intense. Both teams face a critical period; Osasuna aims to build on this momentum, while Girona needs to find a way to arrest their slide and secure their top-flight status. Every point will be vital as the season enters its final stages.
