David Costas - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nets on Saturday Costas scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Valencia.

Impact Costas netted the only goal of the game in the 30th minute assisted by Thiago Fernandez. Costas also recorded five clearances, one tackle, one interception and a block. This was Costas' first goal contribution of the campaign.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Valencia Costas (muscular) is back available for Saturday's clash against Valencia, according to coach Guillermo Almada, per La Voz de Asturias.

Impact Costas trained fully with the squad this week and is back available for Saturday's clash with Valencia. The defender has been a locked-in starter for Real Oviedo this season and is expected to slide right back into the starting role in central defense against the Valencians, which would likely push Dani Calvo back to the bench.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Trains normally Costas (muscular) was spotted training normally with the team Wednesday, according to La Voz de Asturias.

Impact Costas missed the last five matches with a muscular injury, but the defender appears to have turned the corner after being spotted training normally Wednesday. He is now in a strong position to return to the squad for Saturday's clash against Valencia. Costas has been an undisputed starter for Real Oviedo this season and should regain his usual spot in the lineup once he is fully back to match fitness.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Friday Costas (muscular) was back in team training Friday and could be an option for Monday's clash against Espanyol, according to La Voz de Asturias.

Impact Costas returned to team training Friday after missing the last four games with a muscular injury, and the defender is trending toward being available for Monday's clash with Espanyol with two more training sessions still on the schedule before kickoff. Costas has been an undisputed starter in the back line for Oviedo this season and should regain that role when full back fit.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular injury Costas suffered a muscular injury during Monday's training session and will be ruled out for Sunday's clash against Athletic Club, according to La Voz de Asturias.

Impact Costas was forced to cut Monday's training session short after picking up a muscle injury and has been ruled out for Sunday's clash against the Basques. The defender has been a locked-in starter and Oviedo's most heavily used player this season, so his absence is a significant hit that will force a change in the starting XI. The club will hope Eric Bailly is fit enough to step in at the back, though Dani Calvo is also a strong candidate to get the nod from the opening whistle.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Signs new contract Costas has signed a contract extension with Oviedo until the end of the 2027/28 season, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Costas has emerged as a reliable force out of the back for Oviedo, and his performances in the return to LaLiga have been rewarded with a two-year contract. Costas should remain a starter for Oviedo as long as he stays healthy this season.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Costas (strain) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Betis.

Impact Costas is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Betis after managing his workload this week due to a muscular strain. The center-back is fully fit and remains an undisputed starter for Oviedo. His availability is important moving forward under new coach Guillermo Almada.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Betis Costas (strain) is available for Saturday's clash against Betis, coach Guillermo Almada said in the press conference, according to La Voz de Asturias. "We managed Costas' workload...

Impact Costas managed his workload this week due to a muscular strain but is fully fit and will be available for Saturday's clash against Betis. The center-back has been an undisputed starter for Oviedo and is availability is important moving forward under new coach Guillermo Almada. Costas is expected to return directly to the starting XI on Saturday.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular strain Costas is dealing with a muscular strain and is unlikely to be available for Saturday's game against Real Betis, according to Nacho Azparren Menendez of Diario AS.

Impact Costas has been training away from the rest of the group despite going the full 90 in the draw against Alaves. As things stand, he faces a steep challenge to be available for the match against Real Betis on Saturday. That means David Carmo, who's set to return from his AFCON duties, is likely to start at center-back.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Costas (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Celta Vigo.

Impact Costas is starting in defense for Saturday's clash against the Celeste after being labelled as a doubt due to back problems. The center-back has been an undisputed starter in Oviedo's backline this season and should keep that role under new coach Guillermo Almada.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Costas (back) is in the squad list for Saturday's clash against Celta Vigo, the club posted.

Impact Costas is part of the squad list for Saturday's clash against the Celeste after being labelled as a doubt due to suffering from back problems. The center-back has been an undisputed starter in the backline for Oviedo this season and should claim back that role on Saturday. That said, if Costas had to start on the bench, Eric Bailly will likely be the one taking his spot in the backline.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Celta Vigo Costas (back) is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Celta Vigo due to back problems, according to La Voz de Asturias.

Impact Costas hasn't been spotted in team training this week yet and is expected to train on Friday but is currently dealing with back problems, making him a doubt for Saturday's clash against Celta Vigo. His absence would be a big blow for Oviedo since he has been an undisputed starter with the two first coaches this season and is expected to hold a similar role under new manager Guillermo Almada. If he had to miss the game on Saturday, Eric Bailly could be in line to start in central defense to replace him.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in tackles, clearances Costas blocked a shot, made three tackles (winning two) and seven clearances during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Athletic Club.

Impact Costas was a part of the Oviedo back line that allowed just one goal during Sunday's defeat, leading his side in tackles and clearances. The defender has combined for five tackles and 17 clearances over his last three starts.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Played two minutes off bench Costas (hamstring) played two minutes off the bench in the 2-1 win over Valencia on Tuesday.

Impact Costas was a regular before sustaining the injury, and it wouldn't be surprising if he returns to his regular role on defense now that he's fully healthy and available.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Named to squad list Costas (hamstring) is in the squad list for Monday's match against Valencia.

Impact Costas looks to possibly be an option for Monday, as he was added to the squad list ahead of their match. That said, he will likely still need to pass some testing to be an option, making him a late call. He is a starter when fit, and will hope to return to that spot after missing their past two games.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Elche Costas suffered a hamstring injury in Saturday's game against Getafe but avoided a tear and will miss Sunday's clash against Elche as a precaution, according to La Voz De Asturias.

Impact Costas will miss Sunday's clash against Elche as a precaution following the hamstring injury he suffered against Getafe on Saturday. The center-back underwent scans that revealed no tear, which is good news for Oviedo since he will be back with the team soon. That said, Costas is an undisputed starter in the backline, therefore his absence will need to be covered on Sunday, with David Carmo expected to take his place in central defense for that game.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Costas is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Costas has cleared his ban due to the red card he received in the second leg of the La Liga playoffs at the end of last season, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He is expected to return directly to his starting spot in the backline against Real Madrid on Sunday.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension Costas will serve a one-match ban due to the red card he received in the second leg of the La Liga playoffs finale against CD Mirandes.

Impact Costas picked up a red card in the second leg of the La Liga playoffs finale against CD Mirandes and will therefore miss the season opener against Villarreal on Friday. His absence will force a change in the starting XI since Costas is an undisputed starter in the central defense of Real Oviedo, with Oier Luengo likely replacing him in the backline for that game.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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