Granada CF vs Albacete Predictions
Segunda División · Spain
Granada CF
Full Time
0 - 0
AI predicted 2 - 0
Albacete
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
BTTS: No
@ 1.83(+23% edge)
Match Result
6.7/10Late Soberón Strike Earns Albacete a Point in Granada Stalemate
Granada CF and Albacete played out a tense 1-1 draw at Los Cármenes, with both sides showing flashes of quality but ultimately cancelling each other out. The hosts took the lead early in the second half through Alejandro Marqués, only for Mario Soberón to level for Albacete with less than ten minutes remaining. Granada edged possession (53%) and registered more shots (11 to 6), but Albacete proved clinical, matching the home side for shots on target and showing resilience to claim a deserved point on the road. The match was marked by a midfield battle and solid defensive organization from both teams. Granada’s 4-3-3 formation looked to impose itself, but Albacete’s compact 4-2-3-1 kept them at bay for long spells. In the end, neither side could find a decisive breakthrough, with late drama ensuring a share of the spoils.
😅 AI Prediction Report
CLOSE BUT NO CIGARPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
1 - 1
💰 Bet Results0/1 hit
Key Moments
50' — Goal
Alejandro Marqués puts Granada ahead with a well-taken finish.
81' — Goal
Mario Soberón levels for Albacete, capitalizing on a rare opening.
67' — Yellow Card
Granada’s Gumbau goes into the book for a tactical foul, halting an Albacete break.
74' — Yellow Card
Albacete’s Javi Villar cautioned for a late challenge in midfield.
Granada CF
Granada CF started brightly and controlled more of the ball (53% possession), seeking to build through midfield with Gumbau and Rubén Alcaraz orchestrating play. Their attacking trio, led by Alejandro Marqués, created chances but struggled to convert dominance into clear-cut opportunities, managing just three shots on target from 11 attempts. Marqués’s goal early in the second half seemed to set them on course for victory, but a lack of composure in both boxes and a late defensive lapse cost them two points.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Albacete
Albacete set up in a disciplined 4-2-3-1, prioritizing defensive shape and quick transitions. Despite seeing less of the ball, they were efficient in attack, producing four shots on target from only six attempts. Their persistence paid off when Mario Soberón struck late to snatch a point. The midfield duo of Sergio Ortu and Javi Villar worked tirelessly to disrupt Granada’s rhythm, while the backline held firm under pressure.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
Granada lined up in a 4-3-3, focusing on controlling possession and utilizing width through José Arnáiz and O. M. Chukwuemeka. Their midfield trio sought to overload central areas, but Albacete’s 4-2-3-1 provided a sturdy shield in front of their back four, with Ortu and Villar disrupting passing lanes. Albacete’s approach relied on compactness and quick counters, which grew more effective as the game wore on. Both sides made tactical substitutions to inject energy, but neither deviated significantly from their initial shapes, leading to a balanced contest.
Turning Point
Mario Soberón’s 81st-minute equalizer, which shifted momentum and denied Granada a home victory.
Man of the Match
Mario Soberón
Came up with the crucial late goal and was Albacete’s most threatening attacker.
Granada CF vs Albacete: Match Preview
Granada CF come into this clash buoyed by a strong opening to the campaign, sitting ninth with seven points from four matches and a 2-0 home win over Mallorca already on the board. Their only blemish was a heavy defeat at Eibar last time out, but the broader trend is positive, with three wins and a draw in their last five across all competitions. Albacete, meanwhile, are mired in a crisis of confidence—bottom of the table, pointless after four games, and with a four-match losing streak that has seen them score just twice while conceding seven.
The tactical battle is defined by Granada's defensive organisation and Albacete's inability to convert possession into goals. Granada have kept three clean sheets in their last five and average just 0.8 goals conceded per game over that period, while Albacete's attack is sputtering at 0.6 goals per game and has failed to score in two of their last four. Granada's attack tends to come alive after the break, with four of their last five goals scored in the second half, and their set-piece numbers (3.4 corners per game) suggest a measured, patient approach. Albacete, for their part, have offered little threat away from home, with just one goal in two away league matches.
The model expects Granada to assert control, likely wearing down Albacete and capitalising late as the visitors' defensive focus fades. With the hosts' recent run of clean sheets and Albacete's ongoing struggles in front of goal, a comfortable home win to nil is the most probable outcome. Granada's momentum and defensive discipline are the decisive factors, with a 2-0 scoreline reflecting the current gulf in form.
How Granada CF and Albacete Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Granada CF vs Albacete Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
Granada CFlast 5 matchesOccasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Albacetelast 5 matchesOccasional threat
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Granada CF have built real momentum, winning two and drawing one of their last four league games, with a standout 2-0 home win over Mallorca. Albacete, by contrast, have lost all four league fixtures, scoring just twice and conceding seven, and are yet to keep a clean sheet. The form trajectory clearly favours the hosts, who are trending upward while Albacete are in a rut.
Granada CF vs Albacete — Last 4 Matches
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches
- +50% clean sheet rate this season
Concerns
- −4/5 losses in last 5 — poor form
- −Struggling to score — 0.6 goals/game
- −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
Granada CF vs Albacete Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Granada CF vs Albacete that most previews miss.
- 1Granada have kept three clean sheets in their last five matches, conceding just 0.8 goals per game in that span.
- 2Albacete are on a four-game losing streak and have scored only once before the 80th minute in their last four league fixtures.
- 3Granada have scored four of their last five league goals in the second half, highlighting a late-game scoring trend.
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Over 2.5 Goals
39%
BTTS: Yes
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Likely Scores
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The Case For This Granada CF vs Albacete Prediction
Granada CF enter this fixture with real momentum, having collected two wins and a draw from their last four league matches, including a 2-0 home victory over Mallorca. Their only setback came last time out at Eibar, but the overall trajectory is upward, especially compared to an Albacete side rooted to the foot of the table after four straight defeats. The gulf in confidence is stark, with Albacete's attack misfiring and their defence breached in every league outing so far. Statistically, Granada's recent edge is built on defensive solidity—three clean sheets in their last five and just 0.8 goals conceded per game over that stretch. Their attack isn't prolific but has shown late-game punch, with four of their last five goals coming after the break. Albacete, by contrast, average just 0.6 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match in their last five, and have failed to score in two of their last four. Set-piece threat is moderate on both sides (Granada 3.4 corners, Albacete 4.4), and neither team is especially ill-disciplined, averaging 1.6 yellow cards per game. Given the contrast in form and the underlying numbers, the model expects Granada to control the game, likely breaking through in the second half as Albacete tire. With the visitors' attack lacking bite and Granada's recent defensive record at home, a clean sheet for the hosts looks likely. The most plausible scenario is a patient home win, with a 2-0 scoreline reflecting the current momentum gap.
Key Factors at a Glance
Defence
- →Albacete are on a four-game losing streak, scoring just twice and conceding seven.
- →Granada have kept three clean sheets in their last five; Albacete have yet to keep one this season.
Match Context
- →Granada have taken 7 points from their last 4 league games, including a 2-0 home win.
Where the Model Sees Value: Granada CF vs Albacete(2)
Selections where the model's probability beats the bookmaker's implied probability. Expected value is computed from real consensus odds, not opinion.
Match Result: Granada CF Win@ 2.11
Granada CF have taken 7 points from their last 4 and boast a 2-0 home win over Mallorca, while Albacete arrive on a four-match losing streak with just two goals scored and zero clean sheets.
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BTTS: No@ 1.89
Granada have kept three clean sheets in their last five and Albacete have failed to score in two of their last four, with a blunt 0.6 goals per game attacking average over that span.
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🚩 Granada CF vs Albacete Corners Prediction
low confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 4.6 corners for Granada CF and 4.8 for Albacete, for an expected total of 9.4. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (54%). Over 8.5: 59% · Over 10.5: 34%.
What History Says: Granada CF vs Albacete
The head-to-head record is relatively balanced, but Granada have held the upper hand at home, including a 4-0 victory in 2022 and just one defeat in their last five home meetings with Albacete. Recent encounters have seen a mix of tight draws and comfortable Granada wins, with the last match in Granada ending 1-1.
Granada CF vs Albacete Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
4
Granada CF wins
3
Draws
3
Albacete wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Granada CF vs Albacete
The model finds significant value in backing Granada at 2.10 (model probability 54%, implied 47.6%), as well as 'both teams to score: no' at 1.83 (model probability 67%, implied 54.6%). Both bets are underpinned by recent form trends—Granada's defensive record and Albacete's attacking struggles—making them stand out as positive expected value plays.
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Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams Score
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Things to Watch: Granada CF vs Albacete
- ⚠️Granada's attack has failed to score in two of their last five matches, so a low-scoring stalemate is possible if they struggle to break down Albacete.
- ⚠️Early season volatility means both teams' true levels may not be fully reflected in four league games.
- ⚠️No significant injuries reported, but lineups are not yet available and could impact tactical balance.
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Final Verdict
Granada CF 2–0 AlbaceteGranada CF are tipped to take all three points, with a 2-0 scoreline reflecting their current defensive resilience and Albacete's lack of attacking threat. The single strongest data point is Albacete's four-match losing streak with just two goals scored and zero clean sheets. The main risk is Granada's own inconsistency in front of goal—if they struggle to break down a deep-lying Albacete, a low-scoring draw can't be ruled out.
Granada CF vs Albacete: Common Questions
Who will win Granada CF vs Albacete?
Granada CF are favoured by the model with a 54% probability of victory, compared to 17% for Albacete and 29% for the draw. Recent form and defensive solidity give Granada the edge.
Will both teams score in Granada CF vs Albacete?
Both teams to score is rated just 33% likely, with 'no' at 67%. Granada have kept three clean sheets in their last five, while Albacete's attack is averaging just 0.6 goals per game.
Can Albacete end their losing streak against Granada?
The data suggests it's unlikely, with Albacete given only a 17% chance of victory and a four-game losing run behind them. Their attack has struggled, and Granada's defence has been strong at home.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Granada CF vs Albacete: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
This fixture was routed to The Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 9 September 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.