Gijon vs Eibar Prediction & Betting Tips (16 November)

Sporting Gijon must bounce back after their surprising and disappointing defeat at penultimate Mirandes 2-1 last weekend. Before this 6th defeat of the season in Liga 2, the current 9th in the championship remained on very good performances, namely a qualification at Caudal Deportivo 0-1 in the 1/64th final of the Copa del Rey then on 10 points taken in 4 days against the leader, Racing Santander 2-1, in Valladolid 2-3, ahead of Zaragoza 1-0 and against Las Palmas 0-0 on the 2nd. last November. Undefeated in its El Molinon stadium for 3 matches, 2 wins and 1 draw, Sporting Gijon, which brought down leader Santander last month, is able to continue this very good dynamic.Eibar occupies the 2nd part of the ranking and is in 13th place with a short lead of 2 points over the relegation zone and Granada, 19th.

Just like its opponent of the day, Eibar continues its adventure in the Copa del Rey and finds itself in the 1/32nd final after its narrow success at Naxara 2-4 on October 29. The Basque club won this November 8 in the championship against Albacete 3-2 thanks in particular to a double from Javier Marton 5 goals. This 4th success in Liga 2 is good for the morale of Benat San Jose's troops who remained in 6 matches without success in the championship, 3 draws and 3 defeats. Unable to win away in Liga 2, EIbar is on a current series of 5 defeats in a row away, to Huesca 2-1, to Cadiz CF 1-0, to Ceuta 1-0, to Las Palmas 3-1 and to Almeria 3-1 on November 1.

The head-to-head history between these two clubs adds further intrigue to this encounter. Gijón and Eibar have often produced tight contests, with recent meetings reflecting the competitive nature of LaLiga2. Earlier this season, Gijón managed to edge past Zaragoza and Santander, while Eibar’s mixed fortunes against Castellón and Deportivo La Coruña showed their inconsistency. Both teams have been in the spotlight in Spanish media for their contrasting styles: Gijón’s disciplined defensive approach versus Eibar’s more expansive, attacking philosophy. Over the past two months, discussions have also centered on the importance of squad rotation, with Gijón relying on their defensive stalwarts and Eibar leaning on forwards like Jon Bautista to provide goals. The narrative heading into this fixture is one of balance—whether Gijón’s defensive solidity can withstand Eibar’s attacking intent, or whether Eibar can break down a side that thrives on narrow margins.

Taking all recent performances and trends into account, this match promises to be a cagey affair with limited scoring opportunities. Gijón’s ability to secure narrow wins, combined with Eibar’s occasional defensive lapses, suggests that the home side may have the edge. The Asturians have shown they can hold firm under pressure and capitalize on decisive moments, while Eibar’s recent away defeats highlight their vulnerability on the road. With both teams aware of the stakes and determined to avoid costly mistakes, the most likely outcome appears to be a slender victory for Gijón. Therefore, the predicted correct score for this LaLiga2 clash is 1-0, reflecting Gijón’s knack for grinding out results and Eibar’s struggle to consistently impose themselves away from home.

• Summary: Sporting Gijón is going head to head with Eibar starting on 16 Nov 2025 at 15:15 UTC at El Molinón stadium, Gijon city, Spain. The match is a part of the LaLiga 2 .
• Gijon Feedinco Rating: 6.76
• Eibar Feedinco Rating: 6.80