Viktor Tsygankov did not take part in the match
Girona played its second friendly match in preparation for the upcoming season 2024/25.
Michel’s team ended with a high-scoring draw Montpellier — 3:3. It should be noted that the Ukrainian forward scored two goals in the match Artem Dovbik. His compatriot, Victor Tsygankov, did not take part in the game.
Last season, Tsygankov played 34 matches for Girona, scoring eight goals and providing seven assists. Aston Villa and Manchester United were interested in Viktor’s services.
Artem became the best scorer of Primera with 24 goals, also made 10 assists. In addition, Dovbyk was recognized as the best player of Girona in the 2023/24 season. In the summer, there were rumors about the forward’s transfer to one of the top clubs in Europe, but the Ukrainian decided to stay in Girona.
Next on the schedule for Michel’s team are friendly matches with Espanyol (July 27), Toulouse (July 31), Monaco (August 3) and Bournemouth of Ukrainian Ilya Zabarnyi (August 10).
Girona finished third in La Liga and will play in the Champions League for the first time in history.
- Test match
Montpellier – Girona – 3:3 (1:2)
Goals: Norden, 19, Khazri, 71, pen., 85 – Dovbik, 24, 38, Vallejo, 81
The first of the pitxitxi! 🎯 pic.twitter.com/SHjiwrraZS
— Girona FC (@GironaFC) July 20, 2024
😳 No pot parar de marcar gols. pic.twitter.com/fDyuWw82P1
— Girona FC (@GironaFC) July 20, 2024
Source: Sportarena

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