Three points will be at stake when Espanyol host Celta Vigo in the 24th round of La Liga at RCDE Stadium on Saturday, 14 February 2026.
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Espanyol vs Celta Vigo predictions: Goals at both ends
Key stats
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in four of Espanyol and Celta Vigo's last five respective games.
- Espanyol won the last three encounters between these sides.
- Borja Iglesias scored four goals in his last five La Liga appearances.
Correct score prediction: Espanyol 2-1 Celta Vigo
To be fair, both teams have not particularly enjoyed their best form of late. On one hand, Espanyol have lost four in a row and are without a win in their last six matches.
On the other hand, Celta Vigo have not fared much better than their hosts, as they are currently on a four-game winless run.
It is worth mentioning, however, that Espanyol came out on top the last three times these teams squared off against each other.
Keeping in mind that they also have the advantage of playing at home, we are leaning toward the Catalan outfit for the win.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Espanyol slightly favoured
- HOME: 6/4 (2.50) – 40%
- DRAW: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%
- AWAY: 9/5 (2.80) – 35.7%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Espanyol's struggles continued with a humiliating 4-1 defeat at Villarreal last weekend. They have now lost four consecutive matches, conceding almost three goals on average in that stretch.
Celta Vigo, meanwhile, suffered a 2-1 home defeat at the hands of Osasuna last time out. They are seventh in La Liga ahead of their encounter with sixth-placed Espanyol.
Bearing that in mind, Espanyol are the expected winners at 6/4 (2.50). Teams with these odds generally have a 40% probability of winning.
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Also, keeping in mind that four of both teams' last five respective matches featured goals at both ends, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 9/10 (1.90). That one has a 52.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Espanyol have bragging rights
Espanyol were victorious in the last three encounters between these sides and did not concede in their last two meetings.
Spain La Liga 30/11/25
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Spain La Liga 12/04/25
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Spain La Liga 30/11/24
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Celta Vigo
Spain La Liga 18/03/23
Espanyol
Celta Vigo
Spain Copa del Rey 03/01/23
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Espanyol preview: Hoping to improve their fortunes
Espanyol will enter this game with no new injury concerns, giving coach Manolo Gonzalez the luxury of picking his best XI for this clash. However, it is important to point out that Javi Puado is ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a serious cruciate ligament injury.
Predicted lineup: Dmitrovic (GK), El Hilali, Riedel, Cabrera, Romero, Gonzalez, Lozano, Milla, Terrats, Dolan & Fernandez.
Last five matches
- 09/02/26: Villarreal 4-1 Espanyol (La Liga)
- 30/01/26: Espanyol 1-2 Alaves (La Liga)
- 24/01/26: Valencia 3-2 Espanyol (La Liga)
- 16/01/26: Espanyol 0-2 Girona (La Liga)
- 11/01/26: Levante 1-1 Espanyol (La Liga)
Celta Vigo preview: No new absences
Things are also going well for Celta Vigo on the injury front, as only Alvaro Nunez is expected to be out of this contest due to a groin issue.
Predicted lineup: Radu (GK), Alonso, Starfelt, Fernandez, Lopez, Sotelo, Roman, Mingueza, Swedberg, Zaragoza & Iglesias.
Last five matches
- 06/02/26: Celta Vigo 1-2 Osasuna (La Liga)
- 01/02/26: Celta Vigo 0-0 Getafe (La Liga)
- 29/01/26: Red Star 1-1 Celta Vigo (UEFA Europa League)
- 25/01/26: Real Sociedad 3-1 Celta Vigo (La Liga)
- 22/01/26: Celta Vigo 2-1 Lille (UEFA Europa League)
Player to watch: Borja Iglesias
Borja Iglesias scored Celta Vigo's only goal in their 2-1 defeat against Osasuna last time out. The 33-year-old has four goals in his last five league assignments and will fancy his chances against Espanyol, his former club.