FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 05 October

Betiball's prediction for FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol on 05 October 2023 (kick-off: 12:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol preview before placing your bet.

FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol: Starting Lineups Time : 05/10/2023 12:30

FC Cartagena

0 - 2

Finished

RCD Espanyol

90+8'

Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony

90+1'

Tomas Alarcon

86'

Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony / Isak Jansson

74'

Arnau Sola Mateu / Umaro Embalo

74'

Juanjo Narvaez / Gonzalo Cacicedo Verdu

61'

Umaro Embalo

58'

Jonatan Carmona / Mikel Rico Moreno

58'

Hector Hevel / Luis Munoz

17'

Mikel Rico Moreno

90+3' Martin Braithwaite

87' Oscar Gil Regano / Omar El Hilali

87' Ramon Ramos Lima / Eduardo Exposito

75' Alvaro Aguado / Pol Lozano

75' Fernando Calero / Sergi Gomez Sola

67' Jose Gragera Amado / Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo

61' Pol Lozano

39' Martin Braithwaite

32' Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo

20' Pere Milla Pena

90+8'

Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony

90+3' Martin Braithwaite

90+1'

Tomas Alarcon

87' Oscar Gil Regano / Omar El Hilali

86'

Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony / Isak Jansson

87' Ramon Ramos Lima / Eduardo Exposito

74'

Arnau Sola Mateu / Umaro Embalo

75' Alvaro Aguado / Pol Lozano

74'

Juanjo Narvaez / Gonzalo Cacicedo Verdu

75' Fernando Calero / Sergi Gomez Sola

61'

Umaro Embalo

67' Jose Gragera Amado / Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo

58'

Jonatan Carmona / Mikel Rico Moreno

61' Pol Lozano

58'

Hector Hevel / Luis Munoz

39' Martin Braithwaite

17'

Mikel Rico Moreno

32' Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo

20' Pere Milla Pena

FC Cartagena

Substitutions

#32 Jonatan Carmona

#35 Ivan Descalzo Ayllon

#7 David Ferreiro Quiroga

#10 Hector Hevel

#24 Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony

#11 Juan Carlos Real Ruiz

#29 Lauti

#18 Damian Musto

#12 Juanjo Narvaez

#13 Raul Lizoain Cruz

#27 Jose Saldana

#33 Arnau Sola Mateu

FC Cartagena RCD Espanyol

10Shots10

2Shots on Goal4

17Fouls14

6Corner Kick1

15Free kick18

2Offside2

4Yellow card3

2Save1

9Interceptions9

8Shots off goal6

1Hit The Post0

17Head Success17

3Blocked0

16Tackle14

5Dribbles7

356Passes548

82Attacks123

35Dangerous attacks28

2Corner Kicks(HT)0

RCD Espanyol

Substitutions

#18 Alvaro Aguado

#5 Fernando Calero

#33 Angel Fortuno Vinas

#1 Joan Garcia Pons

#2 Oscar Gil Regano

#15 Jose Gragera Amado

#17 Jofre Carreras Pages

#16 Jose Carlos Lazo

#12 Ramon Ramos Lima

#29 Antoniu Roca

#4 Victor Ruiz Torre

Commentary

90+8' Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony - FC Cartagena receive a yellow card

90+3' Goal! Martin Braithwaite - RCD Espanyol

90+1' Tomas Alarcon - FC Cartagena receive a yellow card

87' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Oscar Gil Regano / Omar El Hilali

87' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Ramon Ramos Lima / Eduardo Exposito

86' FC Cartagena — substitution: Jonathan Rodriguez Menendez, Jony / Isak Jansson

75' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Alvaro Aguado / Pol Lozano

75' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Fernando Calero / Sergi Gomez Sola

74' FC Cartagena — substitution: Arnau Sola Mateu / Umaro Embalo

74' FC Cartagena — substitution: Juanjo Narvaez / Gonzalo Cacicedo Verdu

67' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Jose Gragera Amado / Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo

61' Umaro Embalo - FC Cartagena receive a yellow card

61' Pol Lozano - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card

58' FC Cartagena — substitution: Jonatan Carmona / Mikel Rico Moreno

58' FC Cartagena — substitution: Hector Hevel / Luis Munoz

39' Martin Braithwaite - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card

32' Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card

20' Goal! Pere Milla Pena - RCD Espanyol

17' Mikel Rico Moreno - FC Cartagena receive a yellow card

How We Build the FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol on 05 October 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

FC Cartagena vs RCD Espanyol Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Cartagena's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against RCD Espanyol's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where FC Cartagena and RCD Espanyol sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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