| Details of the match | information |
| competition | La Liga 2 – (Spain) |
| Ronda | 24 |
| Date and time | 31/01/2026, 18:30 (includes BST/GMT time zone). |
| stadium | Kingdom of León Municipal Stadium |
Prediction – Cultural Leonesa 2 – 4 Deportivo A Coruña
Recent form
As Cultural Leonesa prepare to face Deportivo La Coruña at the Estadio Municipal Reino de León, both teams enter the match with contrasting recent performances. Cultural Leonesa have shown a variety of results in their last five league matches. They achieved impressive away wins against Ceuta (3-1) and Las Palmas (4-0), showing their offensive prowess on the road. However, they struggled at home to Sporting Gijón, succumbing to a 2-4 defeat, and only managed draws against FC Andorra i Royal Society II, both finishing 1-1. This inconsistency highlights his potential to score but also his vulnerability in defence. On the other hand, Deportivo La Coruña’s recent form reflects a more difficult period. They have managed just one win in their last five matches, a 1-0 win at home to FC Andorra. Their form at home has been less than stellar, as evidenced by the 0-1 loss to Racing de Santander and the 2-2 draw with Cadiz. An away draw against Las Palmas (1-1) and a defeat at Almeria (2-1) further illustrate their struggle to turn opportunities into wins. In their previous head-to-head clash earlier in the season, Deportivo La Coruña soundly defeated Cultural Leonesa 3-0, which may give them a psychological advantage. However, given Cultural Leonesa’s recent upturn in away performances, they may be ready to challenge Deportivo’s dominance. This fixture promises to be a compelling contest as both teams battle for consistency and momentum in La Liga 2.
Leonese Cultural Lyones last 5 league matches
| Teams | result | Red cards | Yellow cards | corners | free tits | possession | Assistance |
| Ceuta Vs Cultural Leonesa | 1-3 | 0-1 | 4-2 | 5-8 | 15-15 | 50% – 50% | 3-0 |
| Cultural Leonesa Vs Sporting Gijón | 2-4 | 0 – 0 | 1-2 | 8-1 | 10-8 | 68% – 32% | 1-3 |
| FC Andorra vs Cultural Leonesa | 1-1 | 0 – 0 | 1-4 | 10-1 | 13-6 | 72% – 28% | 0-1 |
| Cultural Leonesa Vs Royal Society II | 1-1 | 0 – 0 | 3-5 | 1-7 | 17-6 | 58% – 42% | 0-1 |
| Las Palmas Vs Cultural Leonesa | 0-4 | 0 – 0 | 1-2 | 4-4 | 13-11 | 48% – 52% | 4-0 |
Cultural Leonesa enter their next game with a mixed bag of recent performances in Liga 2. In their last five matches, they have managed two wins, two draws and one loss. This run of form highlights his potential to challenge for points, although inconsistencies remain evident. In particular, his most dominant performance came in a 4–0 away win against Las Palmas, showing his ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities efficiently. However, the 4-2 defeat at home to Sporting de Gijón exposed defensive vulnerabilities, especially when managing possession in the face of a high-pressing opponent. Statistically, Cultural Leonesa have shown resilience, maintaining balanced possession in most matches, as evidenced by 50% possession in their 3-1 win over Ceuta. Their ability to create chances is reflected in the corner count, often outscoring their opponents, such as the 8-1 advantage against Sporting de Gijón. Despite this, his conversion rate on set pieces could be improved, as seen with the limited goals in these situations. The absence of injuries provides an important advantage, which allows Cultural Leonesa to house its strongest line-up. The predicted lineup is bolstered by experienced players like Edgar Badia in goal and a defensive line that includes Rodri Suárez and Matia Barzic. The midfield combination of Lucas Ribeiro i Selu Diallo offers defensive solidity and creative style, crucial to maintaining control in the middle of the park. Forward players like Diego Collado and Luis Chacón are expected to lead the attacking charge, using their speed and technical skills to penetrate opposition defences. As a whole, Cultural Leonesa’s recent performances reflect a team capable of producing results against different rivals. His ability to keep possession and create scoring opportunities will be key in his next game. The challenge remains to ensure defensive consistency and capitalize on set pieces, which can be decisive in achieving a favorable result.
Deportivo La Coruña Last 5 League games
| Teams | result | Red cards | Yellow cards | corners | free tits | possession | Assistance |
| Deportivo A Coruña Vs Racing Santander | 0-1 | 0-1 | 3-4 | 7-5 | 13-13 | 51% – 49% | 0-1 |
| Almeria Vs Deportivo A Coruña | 2-1 | 0 – 0 | 4-3 | 2-2 | 17-16 | 52% – 48% | 1-2 |
| Las Palmas Vs Deportivo A Coruña | 1-1 | 0 – 0 | 2-1 | 7-3 | 11-14 | 62% – 38% | 1-0 |
| Deportivo A Coruña Vs Cadiz | 2-2 | 0 – 0 | 4-3 | 8-4 | 16-9 | 62% – 38% | 2-2 |
| FC Andorra Vs Deportivo A Coruña | 0-1 | 0 – 0 | 3-4 | 1-4 | 11-13 | 60% – 40% | 1-0 |
Deportivo La Coruña’s recent performances in Liga 2 have been a mixture of resistance and missed opportunities. In their last five matches, they have managed one win, two draws and two losses. His singular victory was against FC Andorrawhere they managed a 1-0 away win despite having less possession (40%). This suggests a team capable of capitalizing on limited opportunities, with a solid defensive set-up that can withstand pressure. The draws against Las Palmas and Cadiz highlight Deportivo’s ability to compete against strong rivals. Against Cadiz, Deportivo showed offensive prowess, maintaining 62% of possession and earning two assists. However, the inability to convert possession into more goals indicates potential problems in finishing, a challenge they must address. The game against Las Palmas showed that while they can hold the ground defensively, their lower possession (38%) can limit their offensive momentum. In terms of discipline, the team has managed to avoid red cards in these matches, although yellow cards have been frequent, indicating a potentially aggressive or reactionary style of play. This could require more controlled aggression to avoid costly suspensions in future games. The expected line-up for their next game at the Estadio Municipal Reino de León shows a stable squad with no reported injuries, providing a tactical advantage. The presence of Álvaro Fernández in goal offers reliability, while the defensive line, reinforced by players such as Adrià Altimira and Giacomo Quagliatahe is expected to maintain solidity at the back. The midfield, with Luismi Cruz i Mario Sorianowill be crucial in controlling possession and creating opportunities for Zakaria Eddahchouri in attack. Overall, Deportivo La Coruña will likely aim for a balanced approach, focusing on strong defensive organization and efficient counter-attacks. His ability to adapt to different possession dynamics could be key to his performance in the coming games.
Team news and injuries
Leonese cultural injuries and suspensions
- No major injuries have been reported.
Deportivo La Coruña injuries and penalties
- No major injuries have been reported.
Head-to-head (H2H) registration and summary.
H2H Last 5
| Teams | result | Red cards | Yellow cards | corners | free tits | possession | Assistance |
| Deportivo La Coruña Vs Cultural Leonesa (08 November 2025) | 3-0 | 0 – 0 | 1-0 | 1-1 | 11-12 | 55% – 45% | 0 – 0 |
Detailed H2H analysis
Cultural Leonesa and Deportivo La Coruña will face each other on the 24th day of League 2 at the Estadio Municipal Reino de León. Historically, Deportivo La Coruña have dominated their last matches, the highlight of which was a decisive 3-0 win against Cultural Leonesa in their last match on November 8, 2025. This match saw Deportivo La Coruña dominating the possession with 55% and effectively converting their chances, as reflected in the score. Despite the relatively even number of set pieces, with both teams winning a similar number of free-kicks and corners, Deportivo’s clinical finishing made the difference. This historic advantage could be a psychological advantage for Deportivo as they prepare for the next game. With both teams going into the match without injuries, they are expected to have their strongest lineups. Cultural Leonesa, directed by porter Edgar Badiawill rely on their defensive line, including the likes of Rodri Suárez and Iván Calero, to thwart Deportivo’s attacking threats. His midfield, with Lucas Ribeiro i Selu Diallowill have to maintain possession and support the attack led by Diego Collado and Luis Chacon. On the other hand, Deportivo A Coruña, with Álvaro Fernández in goal, will aim to favor the creative play of midfielders as Luismi Cruz i Mario Soriano to break down the opposition’s defense. This matchup could come down to midfield battles and the ability of each side to capitalize on their chances, especially given their closely matched stats from their previous encounter. The absence of injuries for both teams suggests a competitive and closely contested game as each team looks to assert dominance in this ongoing rivalry.
Expected lineups
- Formation: 4-4-1-1
- Players: Edgar Badia (Goalkeeper)Rodri Suárez (Defender), Iván Calero (Defender),Roger Fennel (Defender),Matia Barzic (Defence),Lucas Ribeiro (Midfielder)Rafa Tresaco (Midfielder),Selu Diallo (Midfielder),Thiago Ojeda (Midfielder),Diego Collado (forward)Luis Chacón (forward)
- Formation: 4-1-4-1
- Players: Álvaro Fernández (Goalkeeper),Adrià Altimira (Defender)Lucas Noubi (Defender),Giacomo Quagliata (Defender)Miguel Loureiro (Defender), Diego Villares (Midfielder), Yeremay Hernández (Midfielder),Luismi Cruz (Midfielder)José Ángel Jurado (Midfielder),Mario Soriano (Midfielder)Zakaria Eddahchouri (forward)
