Early Season Standings and Ambitions

After the initial three rounds, both Burgos and Las Palmas find themselves in the mid-table region of the Segunda Division. For Burgos, this position is quite familiar, while Las Palmas, having recently been relegated from La Liga, harbors ambitions of climbing higher up the standings.

Burgos’ Improved Performance

Burgos, who finished 12th last season, currently occupies the 10th spot. Notably, their offensive output has significantly improved. In the 2024/25 season, the “Blanquinegros” averaged just under a goal per game with a negative goal difference, whereas now they are netting two goals and conceding one per match. A decisive 5-1 victory over Leonesa greatly contributed to this change. They also played a high-scoring game (1-2) against another newcomer, Andorra.

Las Palmas’ Season Start and Squad Value

Burgos will now test one of Segunda’s promotion favorites. Las Palmas boasts the highest squad value in the league at 42 million Euros. However, their initial results this season have been somewhat inconsistent. Luis Garcia’s team first drew 1-1 at home against Andorra, a former Primera Federación participant. Interestingly, they secured a relatively comfortable 3-1 away win against Cordoba, though it’s worth remembering that Cordoba conceded an average of 1.5 goals per match in the 2024/25 season. Las Palmas, despite being second in many metrics, displayed excellent crossing ability, successfully completing four out of six.

Key Player Impact and Goal Expectancy

With the departure of top scorer Fabio Silva, 22-year-old academy product Garcia has stepped into a prominent attacking role for Las Palmas, scoring a goal in two consecutive rounds. His potential, combined with Burgos’s improved scoring record, suggests a high-scoring affair (Total Over) is likely.