Sant Andreu vs Celta Vigo: Prediction, Team News, and Lineups
Celta Vigo is set to face Sant Andreu in a second-round Copa del Rey match on Thursday at Camp Municipal Narcís Sala. This matchup follows Sant Andreu’s recent advancement against Teruel, where they secured a 2-1 victory in extra time. Meanwhile, Celta Vigo progressed past Puerto de Vega in their previous fixture.
Match Preview: Sant Andreu vs Celta Vigo
The home team, Sant Andreu, managed to defeat Teruel thanks to goals from Sergi Serrano and Emilio Lucas Vina. Although Serrano scored early on, Teruel equalized, pushing the match into extra time. Vina’s decisive goal in the 110th minute ultimately ensured Sant Andreu’s progression in the tournament.
However, recent league performance has worsened for Sant Andreu, who suffered a 2-1 defeat to Girona B in their last match, extending their winless streak to three competitions. Coach Natxo Gonzalez faces pressure to reverse this trend against a formidable opponent in Celta Vigo.
Celta Vigo’s Recent Struggles
Celta Vigo has encountered their challenges recently, marked by two consecutive losses. They fell 3-2 to Ludogorets in the Europa League before facing a 1-0 loss to Espanyol in La Liga. This trip to face Sant Andreu presents a critical opportunity for Celta Vigo to rebound.
Although they haven’t performed at their best lately, Celta Vigo’s solid away form—having won five of their last six away matches in all competitions—provides a glimmer of hope for their supporters.
Team News and Lineups
For the upcoming clash, Celta Vigo might implement significant changes to their lineup. Ionut Radu, who recently returned from injury, could be replaced by either Ivan Villar or Marc Vidal in goal. Forward Borja Iglesias, though he struggled in the last match, is likely to lead the attacking front.
In contrast, Sant Andreu may rely on Inaki Alvarez in goal, supported by a defensive line comprising Luis Martínez, Hudson Davis, David Pons, and Jordi Mendez. Here’s a look at the potential starting lineups:
| Sant Andreu | Celta Vigo |
|---|---|
| Alvarez | Villar |
| Pons | Lago |
| Davis | Fernandez |
| Mendez | Ristic |
| Garcia, A. | Rueda |
| Dabra | Moriba |
| Serrano | Beltran |
| Garcia, S. | Jutgla |
| Salvans | Duran |
| Mendes | El-Abdellaoui |
| – | Iglesias |
Predictions
Heading into this match, Celta Vigo is heavily favored. With a squad showcasing more quality and depth, a convincing victory is anticipated, with predictions suggesting a final score of 3-0 in favor of Celta Vigo.
