Míchel Sánchez has turned Girona into the sensation of the Spanish league. His red-hot team next faces a visit to his former club Rayo Vallecano on Saturday seeking another victory to protect its unexpected lead. Míchel played for Rayo as a midfielder before his retirement in 2012.
His red-hot team next faces a visit to his former club, Rayo Vallecano, on Saturday seeking another victory to protect its unexpected lead.
Girona, which is partly controlled by Manchester City’s Abu Dhabi ownership, has overachieved with 10 wins in 12 games this season. Its only loss was against second-placed Real Madrid, which is two points adrift after Rayo held the powerhouse to a scoreless draw at the Santiago Bernabeu last weekend.Man United manager Ten Hag under more pressure as international break looms
Ukraine striker Artem Dovbyk leads Girona with six goals while five more players, including midfielder Aleix García, have scored at least three each. Francisco is also impressing in his first season after replacing Andoni Iraola, who had become a fan favorite. He has Rayo in ninth place and undefeated in eight games.Madrid qualified for the Champions League knockout rounds on Wednesday after beating Braga 3-0.
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