The Segunda Federación derby between Girona B and UE Olot, scheduled for this Sunday in Vidreres, faces a potential attendance conflict due to its overlap with the Girona FC first-team match against UD Almería. As reported by Diari de Girona, the Segunda División fixture at Montilivi kicks off at 16:15 local time (14:15 UTC), while the reserve team derby is currently slated for 16:00 local time (14:00 UTC).
Schedule adjustment under consideration
The current 16:00 kickoff for the Girona B-Olot match was influenced by broadcast requirements for La Xarxa+, the digital platform that carries local programming, including broadcasts from Televisió de Girona and Olot Televisió. However, organizers are evaluating the possibility of moving the match to a 12:00 local time (10:00 UTC) start to avoid direct competition with the first team. A change in time would be intended to ensure that Girona supporters and the local football community can attend both events without choosing between the two.
Competitive stakes at Vidreres
The fixture arrives at a significant point in the season for both managers, Ángel Donato and Roger Vidal. The Girona B side currently sits in sixth place in the league standings with 16 points, while UE Olot holds third place with 18 points. Both clubs have maintained strong form, making the outcome of this derby a decisive factor in the early-season table. Historically, these local encounters draw substantial crowds to the Vidreres venue, a trend that officials fear could be disrupted if the match remains concurrent with the professional fixture at Montilivi.
Broadcast and venue logistics
The choice of venue in Vidreres and the broadcast commitment to La Xarxa+ remain the primary logistical anchors for the match planning. While the television schedule was a factor in the initial selection of the 16:00 kickoff, the potential for a schedule shift highlights the challenges of balancing regional broadcasting rights with the preservation of match-day attendance for lower-division clubs. As of now, the match remains officially set for the afternoon, pending any formal announcement regarding an earlier start time.
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