Real Madrid faces Real Oviedo this Thursday afternoon. The duel for the 36th round of LaLiga 2025/2026 takes place at Santiago Bernabéu. The home team seeks to maintain second place. The visitor is fighting against relegation.
Kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 pm Brasília time. Álvaro Arbeloa commands Real Madrid on an interim basis. Oviedo arrives under pressure from the table.
Desfalques limits Real Madrid options
Vários important players remain out. Federico Valverde recovers from head trauma. Arda Güler, Ferland Mendy, Rodrygo and Éder Militão are also not available.
The list of casualties forces adjustments in the team. Thibaut Courtois must return to goal. Trent Alexander-Arnold occupies the right flank. Antonio Rüdiger and Raúl Asencio form the defense duo. Fran García plays on the left.
- Thibaut Courtois
- Trent Alexander-Arnold
- Antonio Rüdiger
- Raúl Asencio
- Fran García
- Eduardo Camavinga
- Aurélien Tchouaméni
- Brahim Díaz
- Jude Bellingham
- Gonzalo García
- Vinícius Júnior
Essa formation appears frequently in analyses. The midfield gains strength with Camavinga and Tchouaméni. Vinícius Júnior bears responsibility for the attack.
Bernabéu tends to push the team in times of crisis. Fans are expecting a reaction after recent stumbles in the season.
Real Oviedo bets on solid defense
The Asturian club travels with a more cautious formation. Aarón Escandell stays in goal. The defense has David Costas and Dani Calvo. The midfield mixes experience and speed.
- Aarón Escandell
- Rahim Alhassane
- David Costas
- Dani Calvo
- Nacho Vidal
- Thiago Fernández
- Alejandro Reina
- Ismael Chaira
- Hadi Hassan
- Francisco Viñas
Coach Guillermo Almada usually uses 4-4-2. The plan prioritizes tight marking and quick counterattacks. With 29 points, Oviedo needs to add to avoid being relegated.
Resultados recent and match history
Real Madrid has won the majority of head-to-head duels over the years. At home, the benefit is even greater. Oviedo rarely gets points on Bernabéu.
Nos last five games, Real Madrid recorded three wins, one draw and one defeat. Oviedo alternates irregular results away from home. The technical difference between the casts is great.
Onde watch live
ESPN broadcasts the game on pay television. The Disney+ Premium offers the signal via streaming. LaLiga official Apps releases access in some regions. No Brasil, coverage begins with pre-game and analysis.
Detalhes of the match and refereeing
Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea referees the match. The weather forecast in Madri indicates mild temperatures and no rain. Bernabéu’s lawn must be in excellent condition.
Real Madrid has scored 70 goals in the competition. Oviedo has more modest numbers. The need for points makes the duel dangerous if the home owner relaxes.
Barcelona leads LaLiga comfortably. Real Madrid fights for runner-up and direct European places. Oviedo tries to improve in the final rounds to guarantee its stay in the elite.
