Tomás Yelmini
While most of the major soccer leagues are on break for the 2022 World Cup, there is still action in the lower divisions. So, on the final matchday of the year, Mirandés vs Ponferradina will be one of the most crucial games.
Why does it stand out? Both are direct rivals who look to avoid relegation, as they occupy the 17th and 18th positions in the standings. In JefeBet we tell you how both teams head into the clash for Matchday 21 of La Liga 2, potential lineups, predictions and odds for Mirandés vs Ponferradina.
Predictions, odds, and betting preview for the Mirandes vs Ponferradina La Liga 2 Matchday 21 on December 17, 2022
- Where: Estadio Municipal de Anduva – Miranda de Ebro, Spain
- When: Saturday, December 17, 2022, at 11:15 a.m. E.T.
- Moneyline: Mirandés (+105) / Tie (+235) / Ponferradina (+260)
- Asian Handicap: Mirandés (-0.5, +100) / Ponferradina (+0.5, -140)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (+110) / Under (-150)
- Both teams score: Yes (-115) / No (-115)
Odds provided by DraftKings.
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Betting on Mirandés
Mirandés is coming off a key win in the fight to avoid relegation, as it defeated Racing Santander 2-1 on the road last week.
It should be kept in mind that just a few weeks prior, they were in the direct relegation spots. However, they were able to move up to a more secure position by earning 10 of the last 15 points up for grabs (they defeated Racing Santander, Albacete 4-2, and Cartagena, drew 2-2 with Leganés, and beat Albacete, 4-2 and Cartagena).
For the match against Ponferradina, another direct rival for relegation, their coach, Etxebarría Lizardi, will field the same 11 that won in Santander.
Probable line-up (3-4-3): Ramón Juan, Álex Martín, Nikos Michelis and Barbu, Juanlu, Beñat Prados, Oriol Rey and José Salinas, Roberto López, Óscar Pinchi and César Gelabert.
Betting on Ponferradina
Ponferradina is having a bit of anxiety this week. On the one side, they didn’t look well in the celebration game against Atlético de Madrid: they were up 2-0 and eventually lost 2-4. Despite the stark contrast between the two teams, Atlético de Madrid fielded a large number of substitutes, including B players.
However, manager David Gallego also kept some of his usual starters, given that Saturday’s match is crucial to avoid starting 2023 with the noose around their necks. Out of the last five games, they have drawn two, lost two and won only one. The good thing is that this victory was the last official match played, against CD Lugo by 1-0.
Probable lineup (4-4-2): Amir Abedzadeh; Paris Adot, Alex Pașcanu, José Amo and Moi Delgado; Dani Ojeda, Agus Medina, Adrián Diéguez and Heri; Edu Espiau and Yuri.
JefeBet Prediction
Mirandés will want to end the year in the best possible manner at home, knowing that if they can secure the three points, they will be able to significantly decrease the chances of relegation.
Ponferradina will be missing José Naranjo, a crucial member of the midfield, due to his expulsion. However, even when he was present, their recent performances were not impressive. JefeBet therefore predicts a home victory, but a close one.
Prediction: Mirandés wins 2 to 1.
