Prediction and betting odds for Espanyol vs Celta Vigo at 20:00 on 14/02/2026, La Liga

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26/02/2026 16:57:37 小球迷

Preview of Espanyol vs Celta Vigo at 20:00 on 14/02/2026. Forecast of the result, expected lineups, and expert analysis for the La Liga 2025/26 Round 24 match between Espanyol and Celta Vigo.

Match preview: Espanyol vs Celta Vigo

90-minute odds: 0 : 0

Total goals: 2 1/4

Espanyol is currently facing a severe crisis, having lost their last four La Liga matches consecutively. Once a team performing brilliantly early in the season, the "Parrots" have now dropped to 6th place with 34 points after 23 games. Although they still hold a European competition spot, the gap between them and the chasing pack has significantly narrowed.

Espanyol vs Celta Vigo

Back at their home ground, RCDE Stadium, the primary goal for coach Manolo Gonzalez’s squad is to end their losing streak and regain the winning momentum that has eluded them since late December last year.

Meanwhile, Celta Vigo’s form is also unstable after a 1-2 home defeat to Osasuna. Currently, the Galician team sits just behind their opponents in 7th place with 33 points from 23 matches (8 wins, 9 draws, 6 losses).

This game is considered a "six-pointer" as a win for Celta Vigo would see them leapfrog Espanyol in the standings. However, Celta Vigo’s focus might be somewhat divided due to their upcoming crucial Europa League playoff match in Greece next week.

Head-to-head history favors Espanyol, who have won 5 of the last 7 encounters between the two sides. Experts anticipate a tight and cautious battle. Both teams want to win to solidify their top-6 positions but fear losing and falling deeper into trouble; thus, a draw might be the most acceptable outcome for both at this stage.

Team news for Espanyol vs Celta Vigo

Espanyol: The hosts will still be without star player Javi Puado due to a long-term knee injury. However, they welcome back key players Carlos Romero and Roman Terrats. New signing Cyril Ngonge, who impressed off the bench last game, is likely to start.

Celta Vigo: Coach Claudio Giraldez has few concerns about his squad except for Alvaro Nunez, whose availability is uncertain. Oscar Mingueza and Williot Swedberg are expected to return to the starting lineup. Forward Borja Iglesias remains their top hope with 9 goals this season.