Real Oviedo — Real Madrid : Match Preview and Prediction for August 24,2025

Oviedo’s Challenging Start to the Season

Real Oviedo is making its anticipated return to Spain’s top flight for the first time since 2001. However, their start to the 2025/2026 La Liga season has proven challenging. In their opening fixture against Villarreal, the home side put up a commendable performance and even had a chance to take the lead from the penalty spot, which they failed to convert. Subsequently, they conceded two goals and ultimately walked away without any points, unable to breach the ‘Yellow Submarine’s’ defense.

Facing a Title Contender

In their second match, Oviedo is set to face one of the primary contenders for the La Liga title – Real Madrid, who began their campaign with a hard-fought victory over Osasuna.

Defensive Concerns for Oviedo

The game against Villarreal was quite a mixed bag for Oviedo. While they displayed promising attacking play and created several opportunities, their defensive vulnerabilities were evident, as Villarreal managed to bypass Oviedo’s rearguard with relative ease. Given the substantial disparity in class between the two teams, there’s a strong likelihood that Real Oviedo will also drop points in their first home game of the season.

A Disappointing Previous Season

Real Madrid’s previous season was undoubtedly a disappointing one. Despite securing the high-profile transfer of Kylian Mbappé, which positioned them as prime favorites across all competitions, the ‘Royal Club’ ultimately failed to secure any silverware, even faltering in their cherished Champions League campaign.

Building for Success: Squad Depth and Early Form

During the offseason, Real focused on strengthening their squad depth, largely retaining their key players. As a result, they enter the new season once again as favorites for La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the Champions League. However, their opening La Liga fixture saw them face some unexpected challenges, as they narrowly overcame a less-talented Osasuna side with a modest 1-0 victory.

Unconverted Chances Against Osasuna

To be fair, in their clash against the ‘Reds and Blues,’ the ‘Merengues’ primarily lacked clinical finishing, despite enjoying significant dominance: 71% possession, 18 shots (5 on target), 7 corners, and an xG of 1.64. Mbappé scored the solitary goal from a penalty in the 51st minute, but Real certainly had opportunities to secure a more comfortable win.

Squad Challenges and Expectations

Indeed, the ‘Royal Club’ still faces some squad challenges, with Bellingham and Endrick confirmed absentees, and Camavinga and Mendy’s participation remaining doubtful. Nevertheless, even with these potential omissions, the Madrid giants are expected to comfortably defeat Oviedo.