Eibar faces a decisive week focused on leader Granada after securing its second consecutive win in the Segunda División. The Basque side earned a hard-fought 0-1 victory at FC Andorra last Saturday, a result that places them eighth in the table with six points, just one point off the top spot.
How did Eibar win at Andorra?
According to the match report from Kirolakeitb.eus, Eibar secured a gritty victory at the Estadi Nacional. The decisive goal came early in the second half, in the 47th minute, from midfielder Aleix Garrido after a good combination with Iván Gil. The situation worsened for Jokin Aranbarri's men when Jon Magunazelaia received a straight red card in the 56th minute for a harsh challenge on Randy Schneider.
Playing with ten men for over half an hour, Eibar had to withstand constant pressure from the home side. The sports portal notes the team held firm against Andorra's push, albeit with a few scares, particularly from shots by Sergio Molina. Deep into stoppage time, Efe Akman had a goal disallowed for offside, a decision confirmed by VAR that preserved the three points for the visitors. The team's record now stands at three goals scored and three conceded after three matchdays.
How is the team preparing for Granada?
SD Eibar has already begun training sessions at Areitio to prepare for Sunday's match, as reported by the club's official website. The first session of the week combined technical-tactical work, initial analysis of opponent pressure, and a reduced-sided game, all conducted with the high intensity characteristic of Aranbarri's coaching staff. The team faces this clash with its definitive squad, as the summer transfer window is now closed.
Regarding absences, the medical room shows no new issues from last week. The club is without the long-term injury of Sergio Álvarez, who has a muscle tear, and Imanol García de Albéniz also remains unavailable. The latest signing, Elijah Gift, completed his second day of training fully integrated with the main group. The match against Granada, the current LaLiga Hypermotion leader, will be played on Sunday, September 6 at 14:00 at Ipurua. Fans can check the full schedule on our fixtures page.
What was Aleix Garrido's role in the victory?
Aleix Garrido was the match-winner at Andorra, scoring the game's only goal. According to the Kirolakeitb.eus chronicle, the midfielder broke the opponent's press with a good driving run before finishing the move with a precise shot. His intervention was decisive in a match where chances were scarce for the visiting team.
Manager Jokin Aranbarri made three changes to the starting eleven from the side that beat Valladolid. Ander Madariaga came into midfield for the injured Sergio Álvarez, while Iván Gil and Javier Martón took the places of Pejiño and Jon Bautista, respectively. Garrido not only scored but was also key in building play for a team that ended up defending the result with ten men. The team now seeks its third straight win, a milestone that would bring them even closer to the promotion places.
How is Eibar shaping up for the leader's visit?
Eibar heads into the match against Granada in good form, with two consecutive wins yielding six points. However, the team must improve its offensive efficiency, having scored only three goals in three games. The defense, meanwhile, has conceded another three, resulting in a goal difference of zero.
The clash at Ipurua represents a major test against the only team with a perfect record in the category. A win over the leader would not only mean three points but also a massive morale boost for Aranbarri's project. Fans can follow the squad's evolution and injury updates in our squad and injuries sections. The match will be played on September 6, with Eibar aiming to break Granada's flawless run.
