Real Zaragoza vs Eldense Predictions

Real Zaragoza will face Eldense at the Estadio La Romareda on March 9, 2025, in a key La Liga 2 matchup, with both teams battling for crucial points in the 2024/25 season’s second half. Real Zaragoza, projected to sit 10th with around 38 points from 29 matches as of March 8, 2025, are coming off a 1-1 league draw with Sporting Gijón (March 2, 2025), aiming to capitalize on home advantage to climb the table. Eldense, expected to be 15th with approximately 34 points from 29 matches, arrive after a 1-0 win over Tenerife (March 1, 2025), looking to build momentum and distance themselves from the relegation zone. This expert prediction explores team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win Real Zaragoza vs Eldense in this La Liga 2 showdown?

Team Form & Recent Performances

Real Zaragoza

• 2024/25 Record (Projected as of Mar 8): 10W, 8D, 11L in La Liga 2 (38 points, 10th)

• Latest Result: 1-1 draw vs. Sporting Gijón (La Liga 2, March 2, 2025)

• Home Form: 6W, 4D, 4L (18 goals scored, 14 conceded) Real Zaragoza have been inconsistent, with their 1-1 draw against Sporting Gijón marking their third game without a win (0W, 2D, 1L) as of March 8, 2025. Projected at 38 points from 29 matches, they’re mid-table, with a 2-1 win over Racing Ferrol (Feb 15, 2025) as a home highlight. At La Romareda, they’ve averaged 1.29 goals scored and 1.00 conceded per game, showing resilience but lacking cutting edge, now facing an Eldense side they’ve historically edged at home.

Eldense

• 2024/25 Record (Projected as of Mar 8): 9W, 7D, 13L in La Liga 2 (34 points, 15th)

• Latest Result: 1-0 win vs. Tenerife (La Liga 2, March 1, 2025)

• Away Form: 4W, 3D, 7L (14 goals scored, 19 conceded) Eldense have shown signs of recovery, with their 1-0 victory over Tenerife marking their second win in four games (2W, 1D, 1L) as of March 8, 2025. Projected at 34 points from 29 matches, they’re just above the relegation playoff spot, with a 2-1 win at Cádiz (Feb 14, 2025) boosting their road confidence. Away from home, they’ve averaged 1.00 goals scored and 1.36 conceded per game, with Juanto Ortuño (6 goals) leading the charge, but their away struggles could be tested by Zaragoza’s home crowd.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

• Overall Record: Real Zaragoza 3W, Eldense 1W, 2D (6 meetings since 2023)

• Recent Meeting:
  October 23, 2024: Eldense 2-3 Real Zaragoza (La Liga 2, Round 11)

• Key Trend: Zaragoza have won 2 of the last 3 H2Hs; 50% of their meetings produced over 2.5 goals. The October 2024 clash saw Zaragoza secure a 3-2 away win, with Ivan Azón and Samed Baždar scoring, countered by Sergio Ortuño and Javi Llabrés for Eldense, reflecting a trend of competitive, goal-heavy affairs (avg. 2.5 goals in last 4 H2Hs). Zaragoza’s 2-0 home win in January 2024 suggests they can dominate at La Romareda, per X posts from

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  noting the upcoming challenge.

Key Players to Watch

Real Zaragoza

• Ivan Azón (FWD): 7 goals, 2 assists in La Liga 2; Zaragoza’s top scorer with physical presence.

• Francho Serrano (MID): 3 goals, 3 assists; creative midfielder with flair.

• Edgar Badia (GK): 7 clean sheets; key to defensive stability.

Eldense

• Juanto Ortuño (FWD): 6 goals, 2 assists in La Liga 2; Eldense’s leading striker.

• Sergio Ortuño (MID): 4 goals, 4 assists; versatile playmaker driving the attack.

• Dani Martín (GK): 6 clean sheets; vital for road resilience.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Zaragoza’s 4-4-2 (1.24 goals per game) relies on Azón’s finishing and Serrano’s creativity, targeting Eldense’s inconsistent away defense (1.36 goals conceded per game), though Maikel Mesa’s doubtful status (knock) may see Marc Aguado step in. Eldense’s 4-5-1 (1.03 goals per game) hinges on Ortuño’s movement and Ortuño’s midfield control, aiming to counter (avg. 44% possession away), with Marc Mateu questionable (fatigue) but likely replaced by Víctor García. La Romareda’s 33,000 fans will push Zaragoza, potentially forcing Eldense into a defensive stance, with a tight, low-scoring contest likely.

Prediction: Real Zaragoza vs Eldense

Our Prediction: Total Goal - Under 3

Correct Score - 1-0