Real Madrid travels to Montilivi to face Girona in a LaLiga clash tied to matchday 31. The fixture places the historic giants in a pivotal position as they chase the league summit, while Girona seeks a strong response to climb the standings and strengthen their European hopes.
The visitors arrive buoyed by a 2-0 victory over Celta de Vigo on the previous matchday, a win that featured goals from Marco Asensio and Eder Militao. Under Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid sits in second place with 65 points, keeping the title dream alive through consistent performances and a measured approach on the road.
In contrast, Girona suffered a 1-0 defeat to Valladolid in their most recent league outing, marking their first loss in five fixtures. Michel Sánchez’s side currently sits mid-table, positioned eleventh with 38 points, and aiming to reassert themselves in the race for European competition by turning the corner in front of their home crowd.
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At GOAL, readers can expect a complete breakdown of all the game’s details and implications as the match approaches.
WHEN IS?
The schedule for this LaLiga meeting sees Real Madrid visiting Girona on a date that keeps both teams in the mix for their respective objectives. Fans can anticipate an intense battle as the clock ticks toward kickoff, with strategic setups and counterattacking opportunities likely to define the result.
HOW TO SEE ON TV
The broadcast arrangement varies by region. In South America, the match is available via DirectTV Sports. In Mexico, viewers can catch the action through the local sports channels. In the United States, ESPN offers extensive coverage, while in Spain Movistar handles the broadcast.
HOW TO WATCH BY STREAMING
The streaming options mirror the regional rights. Girona versus Real Madrid can be streamed in South America via DirectTV Go, and in Mexico through the same platform. In the United States, ESPN+ carries the encounter, while in Spain Movistar+ provides online access. DIRECTV Go is a platform delivering movies, series, live sports and more, with activation through a DIRECTV account and the Go app on mobile devices or via a computer.
To access these services, viewers should sign in with their DIRECTV credentials and launch the app or site. The streaming experience offers live coverage, on-demand replays and additional sports programming to complement the matchday lineup.
FORMATIONS
GIRONA
Lineups and tactical setups will be finalized closer to kick-off as coaches weigh formation choices to maximize home advantage and exploit the opponent’s weak points.
REAL MADRID
Madrid’s approach will balance solidity at the back with creativity in the final third, aiming to translate control into scoring chances and maintain pressure on the league leaders.
Note: information reflects typical broadcast and streaming options and is subject to change based on regional rights and scheduling.