The La Liga matchup between Real Oviedo and Athletic Club is set for February 15. This match, part of Matchday 24, will take place at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium in Asturias, kicking off at 14:00 local time. It promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams grapple with their current standings.
Match Overview
Real Oviedo, currently positioned at the bottom of the league, finds itself seven points away from safety. They still have a match pending against Rayo Vallecano, which could change their standings. The team is under the guidance of manager Guillermo Almada. On the other hand, Athletic Club, managed by Ernesto Valverde, is just six points above the relegation zone, falling short of their goal to secure a spot in European competition this season.
Team Lineups
Recent injuries have plagued both squads. Real Oviedo has only one confirmed player missing: David Costas, who is sidelined with an adductor injury. Ovie Ejaria remains unavailable as he recovers to full fitness.
- Real Oviedo Injuries:
- David Costas – Adductor injury
- Ovie Ejaria – Not fully fit
Athletic Club’s lineup is hindered by several absences. Nico Williams, Alex Berenguer, and Dani Vivian are out due to various injuries. Additionally, regular players Yeray, Maroan Sannadi, Unai Egiluz, and Beñat Prados are also missing from the matchday squad.
- Athletic Club Injuries:
- Nico Williams – Pubalgia
- Alex Berenguer – Injury
- Dani Vivian – Injury
- Yeray – Injury
- Maroan Sannadi – Injury
- Unai Egiluz – Injury
- Beñat Prados – Injury
Historical Context
The last encounter at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium between these teams occurred on May 6, 2001. Real Oviedo secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Athletic Club on that day, making this a notable fixture in La Liga history.
As both teams prepare for this crucial clash, the focus will be on securing valuable points to enhance their chances of avoiding relegation. Fans can tune in to Movistar LaLiga to catch all the action this Sunday. Both managers will be looking to maximize their squads despite the injury setbacks and maintain their respective teams’ spirits as they battle through the season.
