It has been a disastrous week for the Catalan side, losing two crucial players to injury. Goalkeeper Ter Stegen underwent surgery yesterday in Finland for a hamstring injury that could sideline him for the rest of the season, while Àlex Moreno will be out for about six weeks, creating a significant gap at left-back for coach Míchel.
These setbacks coincide with the return of doubts following recent results. The draw at Montilivi against Getafe (1-1) and the defeat against Oviedo (1-0) have resurfaced old issues, such as difficulty creating chances and defensive fragility in key moments.
The absences force Míchel to make changes to the starting eleven. Gazzaniga's return to goal is mandatory, but the left-back position presents the biggest dilemma, as there is no natural replacement for Moreno. The coach from Vallecas might opt to move Arnau to the left flank or even change the tactical formation.
Girona will try to capitalize on Sevilla's poor form; the Andalusian team has only won one of its last six league games and is in a delicate position. Furthermore, Girona holds a positive record at the Sánchez Pizjuán, having secured victories there in the last three seasons.




