Three points will be up for grabs when Real Oviedo host Athletic Bilbao in the 24th round of La Liga at Carlos Tartiere Stadium on Sunday, 15 February 2026.
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Real Oviedo vs Athletic Bilbao predictions: Hosts to draw first blood
Key stats
- Real Oviedo opened the scoring in four of their last five matches.
- Eight of Athletic Bilbao's last nine games produced goals at both ends.
- At least five cards were awarded in four of Athletic Bilbao's last five matches.
Correct score prediction: Real Oviedo 1-1 Athletic Bilbao
Real Oviedo are unbeaten in their last six home games, and five of those ended in stalemates.
Athletic Bilbao, on the other hand, have managed only one win in their last seven La Liga outings and have not won a league game on the road since November.
On that note, the spoils should be shared between these teams.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies favour Athletic Bilbao
- HOME: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- DRAW: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%
- AWAY: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.5%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Athletic Bilbao suffered a 1-0 home defeat in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal tie with arch-rivals Real Sociedad earlier this week. They have been one of the worst travellers in La Liga this season, with a 2-2-7 win-draw-loss record in 11 league matches away from home.
Real Oviedo defeated Girona by a single goal in their last outing, putting an end to their 15-game winless streak across all competitions. They have held their own against most of their opponents at this stadium in recent weeks, stringing together a six-game unbeaten run at home.
Ahead of this skirmish, Athletic Bilbao and Real Oviedo are 10th and 20th in La Liga, respectively.
With that in mind, Athletic Bilbao are the expected winners at 6/5 (2.20). Teams with these odds generally have a 45.5% probability of winning.
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Also, keeping in mind that Real Oviedo drew first blood in four of their last five games, Real Oviedo to score first has an appealing look at 7/5 (2.40). That one has a 41.7% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Athletic Bilbao to complete the sweep?
Real Oviedo suffered a 1-0 defeat in the reverse fixture last November. They have lost the last three competitive encounters between these teams by the same scoreline, although two of those clashes came in December 2011.
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Real Oviedo preview: Eyeing back-to-back wins
Real Oviedo head into this clash with an almost injury-free squad, except for David Costas’ groin issue, which has ruled the defender out of contention on Sunday.
Predicted lineup: Escandell (GK), Ahijado, Carmo, Bailly, Lopez, Colombatto, Sibo, Hassan, Reina, Chaira & Vinas.
Last five matches
- 31/01/26: Real Oviedo 0-1 Girona (La Liga)
- 25/01/26: Barcelona 3-0 Real Oviedo (La Liga)
- 17/01/26: Osasuna 3-2 Real Oviedo (La Liga)
- 10/01/26: Real Oviedo 1-1 Real Betis (La Liga)
- 04/01/26: Alaves 1-1 Real Oviedo (La Liga)
Athletic Bilbao preview: Few injury concerns
As has been the case in recent months, Unai Eguiluz, Benat Prados, and Maroan Sannadi remain sidelined due to injury, making them unavailable for this match.
The quartet of Oihan Sancet, Daniel Vivian, Alex Berenguer, and Yuri Berchiche will also need a final assessment to confirm their status for this game.
Predicted lineup: Simon (GK), Gorosabel, Paredes, Laporte, Boiro, De Galarreta, Jauregizar, Serrano, Guruzeta, N. Williams & I. Williams.
Last five matches
- 11/02/26: Athletic Bilbao 0-1 Real Sociedad (Copa del Rey)
- 08/02/26: Athletic Bilbao 4-2 Levante (La Liga)
- 04/02/26: Valencia 1-2 Athletic Bilbao (Copa del Rey)
- 01/02/26: Athletic Bilbao 1-1 Real Sociedad (La Liga)
- 28/01/26: Athletic Bilbao 2-3 Sporting (UEFA Champions League)
Player to watch: Gorka Guruzeta
Gorka Guruzeta put in a man-of-the-match performance last weekend, scoring the first two goals in Athletic Bilbao's 4-2 victory over Levante. The 29-year-old has been in sensational form, with seven goal contributions in his last eight appearances across all competitions. He will fancy his chances against the league's worst team.