The Valencian team arrives at the match after suffering consecutive losses against Alavés (2-0) and Madrid CFF (1-3). Meanwhile, the Logroño side has three points on the table thanks to their victory on the first matchday against Real Sociedad (0-2).
The team's coach, Mikel Crespo, acknowledged the need to improve in several areas to achieve their first win. "We know what to improve" to go for the victory with "more effectiveness in the box, generate more football, and be more solid defensively," he stated.
Regarding their opponents, Crespo highlighted their ability to capitalize on rivals' mistakes. "They are a team that penalizes opponents' errors very well; in terms of transitions, they have worked on it very well with quality players in open space. They are very solid defensively and aggressive," the Basque coach emphasized.
The last encounters between both teams date back to the 2020-21 season. In that campaign, the match played in La Rioja ended in a 2-2 draw, while Valencia CF won 3-2 at home against the team coached by Santiago García.
