"Starting with the hosts, although Celta Vigo might have put a maiden Europa League victory on the board earlier in the month as they clinched a 3-1 victory at home against Greek outfit PAOK, Claudio Giraldez's side have endured a public struggle since opening up the new campaign. Marking their return from October's international break with a 1-1 stalemate against Real Sociedad, the Sky Blues have come under some increasing scrutiny."
"Signing off September with a shock 2-1 loss against Spanish high-flyers Elche, the Galicia-based outfit have remarkably registered just a single win from any of their first 11 appearances across all competitions. Scrapping it out at the foot of the La Liga standings and holding just a one-point buffer from slipping into the relegation zone, Celta Vigo have the feel of a squad desperately searching for some kind of stability."
Celta Vigo host Nice at Balaidos aiming for consecutive Europa League victories. Celta recorded a 3-1 win over PAOK but have only one win in their first 11 matches and sit near La Liga relegation. They drew 1-1 with Real Sociedad and lost 2-1 to Elche. Carl Starfelt is available despite a first-half red card last weekend. Mihailo Ristic remains a major doubt. Iago Aspas is expected to start after a full rest, and Marcos Alonso will likely operate in a more central role. Nice beat Lyon 3-2 and seek momentum after Europa League setbacks.
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