Preview: Espanyol vs Real Oviedo Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | LaLiga 2025-26
A massive 19-point gap separates these two teams.
Espanyol will play against Real Oviedo at the RCDE Stadium in Cornellà on Monday in a Matchday 27 LaLiga fixture where the stakes couldn’t be more different for the two clubs. Espanyol are seventh in the LaLiga points table with 36 points. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo are at the bottom of the points table in 20th position with only 17 points.
The hosts have suffered in recent weeks, as they succumbed to a 4-2 defeat against Atlético Madrid and then drew 2-2 against Elche in the lead up to this game. The team have not won any game for nine consecutive matches. However, Kike García continues to hog the limelight, as he scored twice in two consecutive games, and will again be one of the threats for Espanyol.
On the other hand, Oviedo have lost six consecutive away matches, and their job at RCDE stadium is incredibly tough. They lost 3-0 against Rayo Vallecano in the lead-up to the game, and that puts more pressure on coach Guillermo Almada’s side.
Federico Viñas is currently the top scorer of the side in LaLiga with five goals. However, he hasn’t been able to pull his side out of relegation trouble with his exploits. Moreover, both goalkeepers don’t keep a consistent clean sheet. Oviedo have not kept even one in their last 10 away matches.
Kick-off:
- Location: Cornellà de Llobrega, Spain
- Stadium: RCDE Stadium
- Date: Tuesday, March 10
- Kick-off Time: 1:30 AM IST
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Espanyol: D-L-D-L-L
Real Oviedo: L-L-D-L-W
Players to watch out for:
Pere Milla (Espanyol)
Pere Milla is the top scorer of Espanyol in this LaLiga 2025/26 season. He has scored six goals in 24 matches so far with an xG of 6.22. Moreover, Milla has registered an average match rating of 6.87.
It shows that he has kept his influence on the team’s attacking strength. Oviedo’s porous backline will offer him plenty of chances to add to that tally.
Federico Viñas (Real Oviedo)
Federico Viñas is the only shining light in Oviedo’s disastrous campaign. The number nine has scored five goals in 22 matches so far with an xG of 5.77. Viñas has amassed an average match rating of 6.90.
His side desperately need him to come good in the trip to Espanyol.
Match Facts:
- Espanyol have gone nine consecutive LaLiga matches without a victory.
- Real Oviedo have collected only six points from their last 10 away fixtures.
- Espanyol have managed three wins, two draws, and five defeats across their last 10 home matches.
Betting Tips and Odds
- The hosts to win: 1.80 (Bet365)
- Over 2.5 Goals: 1.40 (Bet365)
- Both teams to score – Yes: 1.85 (Bwin)
Injuries and Team News:
Espanyol will be without Pickel and Expósito due to suspension, while Roca is recovering from a shoulder injury until late March. A cruciate ligament injury sidelines Puado for the remainder of the season.
At the same time, Oviedo are dealing with a much tougher situation. Vázquez (groin), Costas and Dendoncker (both muscle, mid-March return), along with Bailly, Ejaria, and Borbas, who all have muscle injuries and remain doubtful, leave Almada with almost no options across the pitch.
Head-To-Head stats:
- Total Meetings: 10
- Espanyol Wins: 5
- Real Oviedo Wins: 3
- Draws: 2
Predicted Starting Lineups:
Espanyol Predicted Starting Lineup (4-4-1-1):
Marko Dmitrovic; Omar El Hilali, Clemens Riedel, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero; Tyrhys Dolan, Urko González, Pol Lozano, Ramon Terrats; Pere Milla; Kike García.
Real Oviedo Predicted Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Aarón Escandell; Lucas Ahijado, Dani Calvo, David Carmo, Javi López; Kwasi Sibo, Santiago Colombatto; Haissem Hassan, Alberto Reina, Ilyas Chaira; Federico Viñas.
Match Prediction:
We predicted a victory for Espanyol in this game. They have a superior league position, home advantage and will have Oviedo’s catastrophic away form to bank upon in this game. Milla and Kike García will be dangerous for the away side’s backline and should take the home side over the line.
Prediction: Espanyol 2-1 Real Oviedo
Telecast Details
India: Fancode
UK: Premier Sports
USA: ESPN+
Nigeria: SuperSport
When and where does Espanyol vs Real Oviedo kick off?
The match takes place at RCDE Stadium in Cornellà de Llobrega on Tuesday, 10th March 2026, with kick-off at 1:30 AM IST.
Who are the key players to watch in this fixture?
Pere Milla leads Espanyol’s attack with six LaLiga goals, while Federico Viñas carries Oviedo’s scoring burden with five goals this season.
What is the predicted result for Espanyol vs Real Oviedo?
Betting trends and form favour an Espanyol win, with a predicted scoreline of 2–1 to the home side.
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