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Girona 1-0 Celta Vigo: Hosts into seventh after La Liga victory

BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 11:  Cristian 'Portu' of Girona FC runs for the ball during the La Liga match between RCD Espanyol and Girona FC at RCDE Stadiu
Image: Portu scored the only goal of the game for Girona

Girona have moved up into seventh in La Liga with a 1-0 home win over Celta Vigo on Tuesday evening.

Midfielder Portu made the breakthrough after 14 minutes when he slotted in a low shot after the ball had been played back to the edge of the penalty area from a corner.

Maxi Gomez headed wide from a good chance to equalise before half-time.

Girona almost doubled their lead on the hour when defender Jonas Ramalho headed over from a free-kick.

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The win moves Girona up above both Real Betis and their hosts, now just two points behind Sevilla, who have played a match more.

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