In an upcoming La Liga clash, Real Oviedo will face Osasuna on Monday night. The match marks a crucial opportunity for both teams as they look to improve their standings.
Current Standings and Form
As the season progresses, Osasuna is in 14th place with 10 points accumulated from 10 matches. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo is sitting in the relegation zone at 19th, having secured just 7 points during the same period.
Recent Performance
Real Oviedo has struggled this season with a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 7 losses. They have the lowest goal tally in La Liga, scoring only 7 times in 10 games. Their last league match ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw against Girona, but they suffered a setback, losing 4-2 to Ourense CF in the Copa del Rey.
On the other hand, Osasuna has managed 3 wins, 1 draw, and 6 defeats in their 10 league matches. Their away form has been particularly poor, with five consecutive losses, where they have only found the net once. They recently bounced back in the Copa del Rey, defeating CD Sant Jordi 5-0.
Historical Matchup
Historically, Real Oviedo and Osasuna have faced each other 55 times, with Oviedo winning 25 and losing 19. The last encounter in June 2019 was a narrow 1-0 victory for Osasuna. In their recent league matches, Osasuna has claimed victory in two out of four encounters against Oviedo.
Team News
- Real Oviedo: Alvaro Lemos is ruled out due to a knee injury. Santi Cazorla and Ovie Ejaria are doubtful.
- Key Player: Salomon Rondon, with 2 league goals this season, is expected to lead the attack.
- Osasuna: Iker Benito and Valentin Rosier are unavailable due to injuries. Aimar Oroz and Sheraldo Becker will face late fitness tests.
- Key Player: Ante Budimir has scored 5 goals in 11 appearances and will likely be pivotal in the forward line.
Predicted Lineups
| Real Oviedo | Osasuna |
|---|---|
| Escandell | Herrera |
| Vidal | Catena |
| Carmo | Boyomo |
| Costas | Cruz |
| Lopez | Moncayola |
| Colombatto | Gomez |
| Dendoncker | Torro |
| Vinas | Bretones |
| Reina | Raul Garcia |
| Chaira | Budimir |
| Rondon | Munoz |
Match Prediction
Considering their current form, both sides are seeking to secure points. Given Real Oviedo’s difficulties in scoring and Osasuna’s inconsistent away performance, a low-scoring draw seems likely. A 1-1 outcome would be a reasonable expectation for this encounter.
