'Phenomenon' Girona declines

Girona continues to be bogged down in La Liga in the 2024/25 season.

In the 2023/24 season, Girona became a "phenomenon" in La Liga, making a strong impression when winning a place to participate in the UEFA Champions League. However, everything changed rapidly this season. After saying goodbye to a series of stars such as Savinho, Artem Dovbyk..., Girona had to face reality and return to the position of a mid-range team, even weak.

After 31 rounds of the 2024/25 season, Girona is currently ranked 16th in La Liga, with only 34 points, just 5 points above the relegation zone. Compared to the same time last year, Girona is in free fall. They were ranked 3rd, and are still competing for a place in the Champions League.

Girona's decline was further evident when a 1-2 loss to Osasuna marked their ninth consecutive defeat in La Liga. In addition, they were also eliminated early from both the Champions League and the Copa del Rey. Now, coach Michel and his team are facing the difficult prospect of relegation.

However, yesterday's defeat was also regrettable. Girona controlled the game with a superior possession rate (68%), creating an expected goals (xG) ratio of 0.83. They also had more shots than Osasuna (8 compared to 6). However, the home team Osasuna were the ones to take advantage of their chances, score and win.

The current Girona scene is a far cry from the “phenomenon” of last season. A once strong team is now struggling to face the challenge of relegation.

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