David Flower
Dailysports's expert
One of Wednesday’s Copa del Rey clashes sees Cádiz host Eldense at the Nuevo Mirandilla. We recommend a bet on the total goals in this encounter with solid winning potential.
Match Preview
The "Yellow Submarine" has had a lackluster start in Segunda División this season, currently sitting 17th in the table. After 17 matches, Cádiz has secured just four wins, suffering seven defeats.
Ahead of this clash, Cádiz suffered a 2-4 home loss to Deportivo. In their last five league outings, they managed only one win and two losses. However, in the previous Copa del Rey round, they comfortably defeated Jaén 3-0 on the road.
Eldense, meanwhile, is just one point ahead of Cádiz, occupying 16th place with 19 points. They sit merely two points above the relegation zone.
In their last league fixture, Eldense drew 0-0 at home against Ferrol. Overall, they’ve secured two wins and suffered two losses in their previous five Segunda matches. In the previous cup round, they edged out Atlético Paso 1-0 away.
Probable Line-ups
- Cádiz: Gil, García, Chust, Kovacevic, Carcelén, Ocampo, Kouamé, Alcaraz, Ontiveros, Mwepu, Fernández
- Eldense: McKeown, Mateo, Monsalve, Pina, López, Chapela, Timor, Ortuno, García, Ignacio
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- In the first league meeting this season, Eldense defeated Cádiz 2-1 away.
- Only two of Cádiz’s last five matches featured over 2.5 goals.
- Both teams scored in just two of Cádiz’s last nine games.
Prediction
Bookmakers favor Cádiz, offering odds of 2.05 for a home win. Expect a tense match likely decided by a goal or two. Our recommended bet is "Under 2.5 goals" at 1.62.
