CD CastellonvsRC Deportivo La Coruna

Current Form and Recent Performances

CD Castellon is currently navigating a challenging phase in Spain's LaLiga 2, sitting in 15th place. Their recent form has been less than stellar, with only one win in their last six matches, alongside four losses and a draw. Their recent defeat to Cordoba (1-2) highlights their struggle for consistency. Despite scoring an average of 1.66 goals per game, they have also conceded an average of 1.31 goals, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Key players like Suero Fernández and De Miguel Alameda have been crucial, each contributing eight goals this season.

RC Deportivo La Coruna, on the other hand, is positioned 18th in the league table. Their season has been marked by inconsistency, with six wins, seven draws, and eight losses. Their recent 1-1 draw against Malaga CF reflects their ongoing battle to stabilize their position and avoid relegation. A significant boost for the team is the retention of Yeremay Hernandez, who has been in excellent form with eight goals and three assists. His continued presence is seen as vital for their survival hopes.

Head-to-Head and Historical Context

The historical head-to-head data between these two teams heavily favors RC Deportivo La Coruna. In their last five encounters, Deportivo has emerged victorious four times, with Castellon winning only once. The goal difference in these meetings is 14-7 in favor of Deportivo, indicating their dominance. Notably, Deportivo won their last meeting by a four-goal margin, showcasing their attacking prowess against Castellon.

Key Factors and Predictions

Both teams have shown a tendency to score late in matches, with Castellon scoring 23% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minutes, and Deportivo scoring 26% in the same period. This suggests that the latter stages of the match could be crucial. Despite Castellon's slightly better recent form compared to Deportivo, the historical dominance and the attacking threat posed by players like Hernandez give Deportivo the edge.

Given the statistical trends and recent performances, the prediction leans towards an away win for RC Deportivo La Coruna. Both teams have shown the capability to score, making it likely that both teams will score in this encounter. The average number of goals in their meetings is 4.6, suggesting a potentially high-scoring affair.