The Parakeets are among the squads fighting to slip clear of relegation, entering the final stretch with uncertainty still hanging in the balance.
Espanyol is navigating a season of ups and downs. The Parakeet club has solidified its squad and secured a proven coach in Diego Martínez, yet tranquility during the run-in is not guaranteed, and they remain in the relegation scrap.
What does Espanyol need to save themselves and how many points are required to stay in the First Division in La Liga
Traditionally, many analysts estimate 42 points as the benchmark for safety. But history shows this figure isn’t universal, and only in two of the last ten campaigns has a club reached 42 points to secure survival. In recent years, Espanyol has hovered around the mid to high 30s, and at present they sit with 27 points in the bag. To feel secure, they would typically need five to six more wins, producing a finish around the 42 to 45 point range.
Looking ahead at the 2022-2023 season dynamics, the fight at the bottom has intensified, with underdog teams earning more than usual. This shift could push the final threshold for avoiding relegation to a higher average than in prior seasons.
One way to visualize safety is to project points after the first half of the season. If the save had stood at 20 points at that juncture, that would translate to roughly 40 points by season’s end, potentially surpassing recent records for durability without mandating a full 42-point achievement. The broader point is that the traditional 42-point magic number may not always be the sole determinant of relegation avoidance.
Moreover, the competition has grown tighter across the board. From the 10th position onward, almost every squad is immersed in the relegation battle. This season could hinge on direct confrontations, where goal difference often decides draws and losses. In this context, Espanyol has achieved a favorable head-to-head record against Elche, is level with Valladolid, and has fallen short against Celta.
Note: the assessment reflects ongoing league dynamics and a season marked by intensified competition in the bottom tier, where every point carries extra weight in the push to remain in the top flight.