Real Madrid are aiming to make it two wins in a row at the start of the 2025-26 La Liga season when they take on newly-promoted Real Oviedo this Sunday night.
Los Blancos began their campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Osasuna, thanks to a debut goal from Kylian Mbappe. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo marked their La Liga return after more than two decades with a 2-0 defeat to Villarreal.
Match Preview
Real Oviedo are back in Spain’s top flight for the first time since the 2000-01 season. Their journey has been remarkable, climbing from the lower divisions to secure promotion through last season’s playoffs.
But survival won’t be easy. Veljko Paunovic’s side know they will be fighting relegation this season. The opening-day defeat against Villarreal highlighted the challenge, and facing Real Madrid this early only adds to the pressure.
The stats also favour Madrid heavily: Oviedo have only won 14 of their 85 meetings with Los Blancos, losing 55 times. The last La Liga clash between them, way back in 2001, ended 1-1.
For Real Madrid, Alonso will demand a sharper performance after the laboured win over Osasuna. With Barcelona already looking strong, Madrid cannot afford early slip-ups. They finished second last season and will be desperate to build momentum quickly.
Team News
Real Oviedo:
Alvaro Lemos is ruled out with injury, while Santiago Colombatto, Jaime Seoane, and Lucas Ahijado are doubtful. Defender David Costas returns from suspension, but Alberto Reina is banned after his red card against Villarreal. Veteran striker Salomon Rondon is expected to lead the line again.
Real Madrid:
Injuries continue to trouble Alonso’s side. Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, Ferland Mendy, and Endrick remain unavailable. On the positive side, Antonio Rudiger is back from suspension. Eder Militao is fit again, while Brahim Diaz could once more keep Rodrygo out of the starting XI.

Possible Lineups
Real Oviedo (3-4-3):
Escandell; Costas, Dendoncker, Calvo; Vidal, Ilic, Sibo, Alhassane; Chaira, Rondon, Hassan
Real Madrid (4-3-3):
Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras; Valverde, Tchouameni, Guler; Brahim, Mbappe, Vinicius
Prediction
Real Oviedo may find the net at home, but Real Madrid’s attacking quality should shine through. Alonso’s men are expected to control the game and pick up another win.
👉 Prediction: Real Oviedo 1-3 Real Madrid
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