Mayra Madrigal
For many soccer fans, the first rounds of the Copa del Rey are somewhat disparate as they face opponents of different levels, however, some enjoy it as it is the opportunity for teams that are not in the top circuit of Spanish soccer to compete at the highest level.
Among the matches scheduled for this week in the Second Round of the Copa del Rey is Gernika vs Celta and although it will not be easy for the Second Division team, soccer usually offers surprises, and we could witness one in this match.
JefeBet brings you the preview with the betting odds information, our predictions and much more for this Gernika vs Celta game.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Gernika vs Celta Copa del Rey Second Round Match on December 22, 2022
- Where: Urbieta Stadium, Vizcaína de Guernica, Spain.
- When: Thursday, December 22, 2022, 1:00 PM E.T.
- BetMGM Moneyline: Gernika (+1250) / Tie (+500) / Celta (-500)
- DraftKings Asian Handicap: Gernika (AH +1.5, +115) / Celta (AH -1.5, -165)
- Over/Under (2.5): Over (-140), Under (+100)
- Both teams score: Yes (+165) / No (-250)
Odds provided by BetMGM and DraftKings.
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Gernika Preview
Gernika is going through a dream moment. It had been a victim of inconsistency, but after his previous Copa del Rey match, the team started to add up positive results. They won that match against Leganés in penalty kicks after a goalless draw and want to stay on track here and in the league.
They are now on a six-game unbeaten streak, coming into this match with three consecutive league victories, and the longest winning streak so far this calendar year in all competitions.
Probable lineup (5-3-2): Jon Altamira, Jon Agirrezabala, Koldo Berasaluze, Xabier Arberas, Jon Vega, Ibai Sanz, Gorka Marcos, Miguel de Luis, Jesús Salado, Josu Gallastegi, Carlos Gonzales.
Celta Preview
While the Qatar 2022 World Cup was being played, the Spanish first division teams had a break in the league, but some decided to play preparation matches and that was the case of Celta de Vigo who faced Boavista and Brentford, recording a draw and a win, respectively.
Celta defeated CD Algar by a crushing score of 6-1 in the previous round of Copa del Rey, which was their last official encounter so far. That victory ended a seven-game winless streak, so its bad moment seems to be a thing of the past.
Probable lineup (4-4-2): Iván Villar, Óscar Mingueza, Unai Núñez, Carlos Domínguez, Javi Galán, Pablo Durán, Fran Beltrán, Óscar Rodríguez, Williot Swedberg, Carles Pérez, Goncalo Paciencia.
JefeBet Prediction
Although Celta de Vigo has not played official matches in the last month, they cannot be considered as a weak opponent, especially considering that they play in the Spanish first division. The good moment of Gernika can give them illusion to face this commitment, but it is expected that the victory will go for the visitors.
Prediction: Celta de Vigo wins by a score of 3-0.
