Leganés are enduring a season far below expectations. Not long ago, the club was competing in La Liga and recording famous victories over Barcelona, but now their focus is entirely on Segunda Division survival.

A victory against Huesca would mathematically secure their place in the second tier for next season.

Defensive issues remain a concern

The hosts have lost five of their last six matches and continue to struggle defensively.

Leganés have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive games, conceding 14 goals during that run.

The return of captain Rubén Peña could be extremely important, while goalkeeper Juan Soriano has been one of the few consistent performers during the difficult period.

Huesca facing serious danger

Huesca’s situation looks even more worrying. The visitors sit 20th in the standings and are dangerously close to relegation.

Their away form has been disastrous:

• Seven consecutive away defeats
• Fifteen losses in 19 away league matches
• Thirty-eight goals conceded on the road

Key statistics

• Leganés won four of the last five home meetings against Huesca
• Huesca have not earned an away point since late January
• Leganés lost five of their last six matches
• Huesca are on a seven-game away losing streak

Prediction

Both sides enter the match under pressure, but the overall context still favours Leganés.

The hosts have a huge opportunity to secure safety in front of their supporters, while Huesca’s terrible away record makes it difficult to trust the visitors.

Leganés look the more likely winners in what should be a tense and physical contest.