UE Olot 1 – 3 Girona FC
International Club Friendly – 23 July 2026

Match Report: Girona Overcome Stubborn Olot in Pre-Season Test

Girona FC continued their pre-season preparations with a hard-fought 3–1 victory away to UE Olot on Thursday night. The La Liga side showed their class in spells, but the home side made them work for the win in a competitive friendly atmosphere.

Olot Take Surprise Lead

The hosts, playing in Spain’s Segunda División RFEF, stunned Girona early on. A well-executed counter-attack in the 12th minute saw Olot’s striker latch onto a through ball and slot past the Girona goalkeeper. The lower-league side defended resolutely for the next 20 minutes, frustrating Girona’s attempts to build momentum.

Girona’s Quality Tells

Girona gradually imposed their technical superiority. The equaliser came just before the half-hour mark when a slick passing move ended with a finish from the edge of the box. The goal settled the visitors, and they began to dominate possession and create chances.

The second half was a showcase of Girona’s depth. They took the lead in the 55th minute through a set piece, with a towering header from a corner. The third goal arrived 15 minutes later after a defensive mix-up in the Olot box allowed a Girona forward to tap in from close range.

Key Performers

• Girona’s midfield trio: Controlled the game after the early scare, dictating the tempo and providing service to the forwards. Their movement off the ball was a key factor.
• Olot’s goalkeeper: Made several fine saves to keep the scoreline respectable. His performance was one of few positives for the home side.
• Girona’s substitutes: The second-half introductions added energy and helped seal the win, showing the squad’s strength in depth.

Pre-Season Implications

For Girona, this match is part of their build-up to the La Liga season. While the result is not paramount, the performance highlighted areas to improve, particularly defending counter-attacks. UE Olot will take heart from their competitive display against higher-level opposition as they prepare for their own league campaign.

Girona FC now turn their attention to their next friendly, with manager Michel Sanchez likely to rotate his squad further in the coming weeks.