LaLiga returns with a crucial clash as Elche hosts Real Oviedo at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero. This match pits an unbeaten Elche side against a struggling Real Oviedo team, making for a fascinating encounter with both teams eager to gain momentum.
Match Details:
Competition | Date | Kick-off (GMT) | Venue |
LaLiga | September 21, 2025 | 2:00 PM | Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, Elche, Spain |
Team Form and Analysis:
Elche has had an impressive start to their LaLiga campaign, currently sitting in eighth place with six points from their opening four matches. The hosts are one of the only two remaining unbeaten teams in the league. Under manager Eder Sarabia, Elche has shown a slick passing game and a resilient defense, with their only draws coming against strong teams. They are coming off a hard-fought 2-2 away draw against Sevilla. The hosts will be looking to their home advantage to secure their second league win of the season, and they have been in good form, having scored in their last 11 league matches. They are without Álvaro Rodríguez due to a knee injury and Adrià Pedrosa with a finger injury, but Marc Aguado is expected to return to the starting lineup.
Real Oviedo, meanwhile, has had a difficult start to their season, currently sitting in 16th place with just three points from their first four league matches. The visitors are coming off a disappointing 2-0 away defeat to Getafe, a result that highlights their struggles in attack. Under manager Veljko Paunović, Oviedo has struggled to find their rhythm and have shipped seven goals in their first four matches. They will be looking to turn their fortunes around and secure a much-needed victory, but they face a tough task against an in-form Elche side. They are dealing with a number of key injuries to players like Ilyas Chaira and Alejandro Arribas, who are both out.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is closely contested. The two sides locked horns twice in the second tier last season, with a 4-0 victory for Elche at home and a 1-1 draw in the last meeting. This will be the first time the two teams have faced each other in Spain’s top flight since 1989.
Player to Watch:
- Elche: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, particularly Rafa Mir, who has been in sensational form, scoring three goals in his first four appearances. The hosts will also be looking to the creativity of Germán Valera to create chances and exploit any defensive frailties.
- Real Oviedo: The focus for Real Oviedo will be on their experienced midfielder Santi Cazorla and striker Álex Forés. The visitors will be looking to their experience and attacking flair to break down the resilient Elche defense.
Prediction:
Given Elche’s unbeaten run and their strong recent form, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Real Oviedo has shown resilience in flashes, their struggles in front of goal and their defensive vulnerabilities suggest that this will be a tough contest. A comfortable home victory for Elche seems like a very plausible outcome, as they look to continue their impressive start to the season.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Elche vs Real Oviedo match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
- UK: TNT Sports, DAZN
- USA: ESPN Deportes, ESPN App, FuboTV, Sling TV
- Canada: TSN
- India: JioTV
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