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Girona 4-3 Leganes: Stuani stars as hosts edge seven-goal thriller

SoccerNews in General Soccer News 2 Nov 2024

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Girona edged a seven-goal thriller to return to winning ways in LaLiga, downing Leganes 4-3 at the Estadi Montilivi on Saturday.

The enthralling encounter burst into life in the 21st minute when Miguel Gutierrez’s volley found the back of the net with the aid of visiting goalkeeper Marko Dmitrovic.

But Girona joy was short-lived as Renato Tapia fired Leganes level four minutes later, only for Arnau Martinez’s header to restore the hosts’ advantage.

However, Juan Cruz levelled the game once again four minutes before half-time, ending a thrilling opening 45 minutes that saw 15 shots between either side.

Substitute Cristhian Stuani handed Girona the lead for a third time from the penalty spot, placing the ball past Dmitrovic after Matija Nastasic had fouled Bojan Miovski.

Sergio Gonzalez then converted Daley Blind’s delivery beyond his own goalkeeper for Girona’s fourth, though more drama was yet to unfold.

A fine effort from Munir El Haddadi handed Leganes a lifeline, but Girona were able to hold on to move up to 10th in the table ahead of their Champions League meeting with PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday.

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