Real Oviedo vs Espanyol in a crucial La Liga Matchday 9 clash at Estadio Carlos Tartiere on October 17, 2025, as both teams aim to improve their standings in the 2025-26 Spanish top-flight season.
Oviedo, newly promoted from the Segunda Division, sits 17th with six points, battling to avoid relegation, while Espanyol, in 9th with 12 points, seeks consistency after a solid start. Recent updates note Oviedo’s injury concerns, including Santi Cazorla and Álvaro Lemos sidelined, though Luka Ilic returns from suspension.
Espanyol is without Javi Puado until December, but their squad is otherwise robust. This match, pitting Oviedo’s counter-attacking style against Espanyol’s possession-based approach, promises a tense battle with playoff and survival implications.
Real Oviedo vs Espanyol – Date, Time, Predictions, and More
The Real Oviedo vs Espanyol LaLiga match is scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. BST (3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT / 6:00 a.m. AEDT on October 18) at Estadio Carlos Tartiere, Oviedo, Spain.
Oviedo’s recent 2-1 win over Valencia showed resilience, but their home form remains shaky, while Espanyol’s 2-1 loss to Real Betis highlights defensive frailties.
Real Oviedo vs Espanyol Team News and Analysis
Real Oviedo, managed by José Antonio Carrión, has struggled in their LaLiga return, with two wins and six losses in eight games, scoring just four goals.
Their 2-1 victory at Valencia ended a three-game losing streak, but injuries to Santi Cazorla (undisclosed), Álvaro Lemos (knee), Brandon Domingues, Jaime Vazquez, and Nacho Vidal (hamstring) strain their squad.
Luka Ilic’s return bolsters midfield, and Salomón Rondón’s recent goal makes him a focal point. Oviedo averages 0.5 goals scored and 1.6 conceded, relying on counter-attacks at home.
Espanyol, under Manolo González, has three wins, three draws, and two losses, with a recent dip (two points from four games). Javi Puado’s absence (injury) hurts, but forwards Roberto Fernández and Kike García are in form.
Their 4-2-3-1 setup emphasizes midfield control, averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.3 conceded. Despite losing 2-1 to Betis, Espanyol’s possession game could exploit Oviedo’s defensive errors, though their away form (one win in four) raises concerns.
Both teams prioritize stability, with Oviedo needing home points and Espanyol aiming for mid-table security.
Real Oviedo vs Espanyol Head-to-Head Record
Real Oviedo and Espanyol have faced off 85 times in their history, with Real Oviedo winning 28, Espanyol winning 33, and 24 draws. In LaLiga, their last meeting was a 2-2 draw in March 2001.
Recent second-tier clashes saw Oviedo win 1-0 at home in June 2024. Matches average 2.2 goals, with Oviedo’s home edge and Espanyol’s slight historical advantage suggesting a tight contest.
All-time H2H
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 23, 2024 | Segunda Division | Real Oviedo | 1-0 | Espanyol | Real Oviedo |
| June 16, 2024 | Segunda Division | Espanyol | 2-0 | Real Oviedo | Espanyol |
| January 20, 2024 | Segunda Division | Espanyol | 2-1 | Real Oviedo | Espanyol |
| October 29, 2023 | Segunda Division | Real Oviedo | 2-0 | Espanyol | Real Oviedo |
| March 31, 2001 | LaLiga | Espanyol | 2-2 | Real Oviedo | Draw |
Real Oviedo vs Espanyol Predicted XI Lineups
Accounting for injuries and form, here are the predicted starting lineups:
Real Oviedo Predicted XI (4-4-2):
Escandell; Ahijado, Bailly, Carmo, Alhassane; Hassan, Ilic, Dendoncker, Colombatto; Rondón, Brekalo.
Espanyol Predicted XI (4-2-3-1):
Dmitrovic; El Hilali, Calero, Cabrera, Romero; Expósito, Lozano; Dolan, González de Zárate, Fernández; K. García.
These lineups reflect Oviedo’s counter-attacking intent and Espanyol’s possession focus.
Key Players
Real Oviedo: Salomón Rondón (physical striker, recent scorer), Luka Ilic (midfield creativity post-suspension), and Leander Dendoncker (versatile midfielder).
Espanyol: Roberto Fernández (clinical forward), Pol Lozano (midfield anchor), and Álvaro González de Zárate (attacking spark).
Real Oviedo vs Espanyol Match Prediction
Oviedo’s home resilience meets Espanyol’s stronger form, suggesting a tight game. Oviedo’s counter-attacks could exploit Espanyol’s inconsistent defense, but the visitors’ midfield control may prevail. Prediction: Real Oviedo 1-1 Espanyol. Under 2.5 goals is likely, given Oviedo’s low-scoring trend.
Where to watch Real Oviedo vs Espanyol (USA, Canada, Australia, and Europe)
In the USA, stream live on ESPN+ or fuboTV. Canadian fans can watch via DAZN. For Australia, Optus Sport offers coverage. In Europe, catch the match on DAZN (Spain, Italy), Premier Sports 1 (UK), or LaLiga TV. For the best Real Oviedo vs Espanyol LaLiga live stream in the USA, Canada, or Australia, subscribe to ESPN+ or DAZN for HD access.