Match Info

Competition: La Liga

Date: April 23, 2026

Kick-off: 20:30 UK / 03:30 Beijing Time (next day)

Venue: Estadio Carlos Tartiere

Real Oviedo Preview

Real Oviedo enter this fixture at the bottom of the table but with renewed hope following an impressive run of results, including consecutive victories that have reignited their survival bid, and their recent attacking improvement and growing confidence—particularly at home—suggest they are capable of competing despite their overall struggles this season.

Villarreal Preview

Villarreal arrive in a strong position, sitting third in the table and pushing for Champions League qualification with consistent performances and a well-balanced squad, and despite some injury concerns, their attacking quality and experience in managing high-pressure situations make them favourites against lower-ranked opposition.

Probable Lineups

Real Oviedo (4-4-2)

Escandell; Vidal, Bailly, Calvo, Lopez; Fernandez, Sibo, Cazorla, Chaira; Reina, Vinas

Villarreal (4-4-2)

Junior; Mourino, Navarro, Veiga, Cardona; Buchanan, Parejo, Gueye, Alfon; Moreno, Oluwaseyi

We Say

The contrast in objectives and consistency defines this encounter, with Oviedo’s urgency and improved form likely to create a competitive atmosphere, particularly with strong home support, while Villarreal’s superior quality, tactical structure, and experience should allow them to control key phases of the match; although Oviedo may pose a threat through momentum and attacking confidence, Villarreal’s ability to manage pressure and capitalize on chances suggests they are better equipped to edge this contest.

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