Girona Vs Osasuna

Girona will seek their first La Liga victory of the season when they host Osasuna at Estadi Montilivi on Thursday. The visitors, on the other hand, aim to continue their unbeaten run, having earned four points from their opening two fixtures.

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Girona's performance in the 2023-24 La Liga season was nothing short of extraordinary. Under the guidance of head coach Michel, the Catalan side achieved a remarkable third-place finish with 81 points from 38 matches. This impressive feat secured them a spot in the UEFA Champions League for the first time in the club's history.

As they look forward to competing in Europe's premier club competition, Girona faces the challenge of replicating last season's success. The summer transfer window saw the departure of several key players, including Savinho, Aleix Garcia, Yan Couto, and Artem Dovbyk. In response, Girona has been active in the market, bringing in ten new players. Despite these efforts, the new signings have yet to gel, resulting in a rocky start to the current La Liga campaign.

The season began with a 1-1 draw against Real Betis, but Girona's subsequent performance was disappointing. A heavy 3-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium has left the Blanquivermells with much to prove. As they prepare for their first home game of the season, Girona will look to recapture the form that saw them win 15 of their 19 home league matches last term, with only two draws and two losses.

For the first time since their relegation in the 2016-17 season, Osasuna is navigating a La Liga campaign without Jagoba Arrasate at the helm. Vicente Moreno has taken over the managerial reins, stepping into the shoes of the popular former boss. Moreno, who previously had a brief and challenging stint at Almeria, is under pressure to deliver a strong start.

Moreno's tenure at Almeria ended prematurely, but his early results at Osasuna show promise. His side has managed to secure a draw against Leganes and a narrow 1-0 victory over Mallorca, thanks to Ruben Garcia's decisive strike in the 55th minute. This win means that Osasuna has now gone six league games without a loss since their last defeat to Real Betis on May 5.

With Moreno's first two matches at home behind him, he is now preparing for his first away game in charge of Osasuna. The team will be aiming to secure their first competitive away win over Girona since June 2016, making this clash a crucial test for both sides.

As the match approaches, both teams have their own set of challenges and ambitions. Girona aims to solidify their position and find their rhythm, while Osasuna looks to extend their unbeaten run and mark a successful start under Vicente Moreno. Fans can expect an intriguing encounter as these two sides battle it out in the heart of Catalonia.