I’ve been closely following Real Zaragoza’s matches lately, and as a long-time fan living in the Aragon region for many years, watching the team’s ups and downs in Segunda División has been a real rollercoaster of emotions. Today I want to discuss Zaragoza’s current league standings and share my thoughts on Real Zaragoza's future prospects.
Current Rankings and Points Situation
As of matchday 12 this season, Zaragoza sits in 8th place in the Segunda División table with 18 points. To be honest, this result is somewhat disappointing, especially considering the high expectations at the start of the season. The team’s home performance has been relatively stable, but away form has really been a drag. Here’s a comparison of the top 10 teams’ points:
| Rank | Team | Points | Wins |
|---|
| 1 | Almería | 26 | 8 |
| 2 | Levante | 24 | 7 |
| 3 | Elche | 22 | 6 |
| 4 | Granada | 21 | 6 |
| 5 | Sporting Gijón | 20 | 6 |
| 6 | Málaga | 19 | 5 |
| 7 | Burgos | 19 | 5 |
| 8 | Zaragoza | 18 | 5 |
Looking at the data, Zaragoza is 8 points away from the automatic promotion zone, but the good news is they’re only 4 points from the playoff spots. This means that if the team can maintain consistent performances in upcoming matches, securing a playoff position is entirely achievable.
Team Performance Analysis
This season, Zaragoza’s main issues have been concentrated in attack, averaging only 1.2 goals per game, ranking mid-table among all Segunda División teams. Defensively, they’ve done well, keeping goals conceded under 15. Head coach Julio Velázquez’s tactics lean conservative, which has left many veteran fans feeling somewhat frustrated watching Zaragoza.
Home advantage has always been a Zaragoza tradition, with La Romareda’s atmosphere often putting pressure on opponents. But this season they’ve only earned 5 points away, with 1 win, 2 draws, and 3 losses in 6 matches - these numbers really need improvement. If they could grab a few more points on the road, they’d definitely be higher than 8th right now.
Future Outlook
The upcoming fixtures present both challenges and opportunities for Zaragoza. November features 3 home matches against Cádiz B, Córdoba, and Mirandés - if Zaragoza can win all three, their league position will definitely improve significantly. Personally, I think the team needs to bring in an experienced striker during the winter transfer window, as the current forward line’s scoring ability is clearly lacking.
As a long-time Zaragoza supporter, I still believe the team has what it takes to return to La Liga. Although the current standings aren’t ideal, the season is still long, and if the coaching staff can adjust tactics and players can rediscover their form, breaking into the top six is absolutely achievable. What do you think - can Zaragoza achieve their promotion goal this season? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.
