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Real Oviedo vs. Barcelona: Preview Predictions and Lineups Barcelona will visit the Estadio Carlos Tartiere for the first time in almost 25 years.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • SI.COM

Barcelona Predicted Lineup vs. Real Oviedo: Flick Forced to Work Around Injuries Barcelona’s next test in La Liga is a trip west to visit the newly promoted Real Oviedo on Thursday night.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • SI.COM

Real Oviedo vs. Barcelona lineups: Predicted starting XI, team news, injury latest as Lamine Yamal injury limbo continues | Sporting News Barcelona hit the road to face Real Oviedo as they aim to maintain their unbeaten run in La Liga.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Haissem Hassan - Four shots and three crosses Hassan had four shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Elche.

Impact Hassan made his second consecutive start after he assisted the only goal as a substitute against Real Sociedad. In this game, he took four shots, which was as many as he had taken in the four other games combined. He also attempted three crosses, which made it 11 crosses in the last three games.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Salomon Rondon - Four shots in 1-0 loss Rondon registered four shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Elche. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Rondon attempted four shots, making this his most for the season. He also created three chances in the game, which is his most for the year. He is still waiting on his first goal of the season, but returned to the starting lineup after missing out last week.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Escandell - Four saves in 1-0 loss Aaron had four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Elche.

Impact Aaron made four saves away to Elche to make it four games this season where he has reached at least that number. He has kept one clean sheet this season, which came in his only home game which wasn't against Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Nacho Vidal - Forced off Sunday Vidal (hamstring) was forced off in the 65th minute of Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Elche due to muscular discomfort, coach Veljko Paunovic confirmed in a press conference.

Impact Vidal was in the starting squad for Sunday's defeat against Oviedo after recovering from his head injury in the last game against Getafe, but the right-back suffered another setback as he was forced off in the 65th minute due to muscular discomfort in his hamstring. Vidal will likely undergo scans in the coming hours to determine the extent of the issue and whether he has to miss time to recover. If he cannot feature Thursday against Barcelona, Lucas Ahijado will likely replace him in the backline.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Ilic - Suffers ankle sprain Ilic was forced off in the 71st minute of Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Elche due to an ankle sprain, coach Veljko Paunovic said in a press conference.

Impact Ilic couldn't finish Sunday's game after suffering an ankle sprain in the second half. The playmaker created one chance and delivered four crosses and two corners but couldn't prevent his team from losing. The attacking midfielder will undergo scans in the coming hours to determine if he can be available against Barcelona on Thursday or if he will need some time to recover. If he is forced to miss the match, Santiago Colombatto could see increased playing time.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Starts at right-back Vidal (head) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Elche.

Impact Vidal was expected to be fit Sunday and is, with the defender earning the start on the right flank of the defense to open play. He has yet to miss a start in five appearances this season and should remain in this role moving forward now that he is fit.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ilyas Chaira - Bench option Chaira (ankle) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Elche.

Impact Chaira is with the team as expected Sunday, with the forward earning a spot on the bench after an ankle injury. He is a typical starter at forward for the club, having yet to miss a start when fit until Sunday, likely to return to the role after confirming his fitness Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Elche vs Real Oviedo Prediction and Betting Tips | September 21st 2025 The Spanish La Liga returns with a fresh set of fixtures as Elche and Real Oviedo square off at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero on Sunday...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Nacho Vidal - Option to face Elche Vidal (head) is available for Sunday's clash against Elche, coach Veljko Paunovic said in the press conference.

Impact Vidal has recovered from the head injury he suffered in Saturday's clash against Getafe, avoiding the concussion protocols and is back available for Sunday's game against Elche. This is good news for the defender since he is an undisputed figure in the backline of Oviedo and he should resume a starting role on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ilyas Chaira - Available against Elche Chaira (ankle) is available for Sunday's clash against Elche, coach Veljko Paunovic said in the press conference.

Impact Chaira is back available after recovering from an ankle sprain that he suffered against Real Sociedad. This is good news for Oviedo since he is an undisputed starter in the frontline for the club and is expected to resume his role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Back in team training Vidal (head) was back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Vidal has recovered from the head injury he suffered in Saturday's clash against Getafe, as he was already back in team training on Thursday. This is very good news for Oviedo since he is in a strong position to be available for Sunday's clash against Elche. If he is deemed fit enough for the game, Vidal should resume directly in the starting lineup at right-back, leaving Lucas Ahijado as the backup moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

David Costas - 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

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Ilyas Chaira - Back in team training Chaira (ankle) was back in team training on Wednesday, the club posted.

Impact Chaira suffered an ankle sprain against Real Sociedad and missed the last game against Getafe as he was still recovering from the issue. That said, the dribbler was back in team training on Wednesday, suggesting he is nearing a return to competition. It remains uncertain if he will feature against Elche on Sunday or if the match will come too soon for him. If he has to miss the game, Josip Brekalo is expected to see an increased role again in the frontline for Oviedo.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Heading back to Oviedo Vidal (concussion) is heading back to Oviedo after receiving the hospital clearance following his head injury in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Getafe, the club posted.

Impact Vidal will have some days off and gradually reintegrate with the squad after suffering a head injury in Saturday's clash against Getafe. The right-back received the green light to return to Oviedo and will continue his recovery there. This leaves him uncertain for Sunday's game against Elche, with Lucas Ahijado likely to replace him in the backline if he is not available.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Escandell - Conceded twice in away loss Aaron recorded one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Getafe.

Impact Aaron played his fourth game of the season and made the fewest saves in any game, with only one. In the three opening games, he made at least six saves and in the previous game he kept his only clean sheet of the season.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Admitted into hospital Vidal (concussion) was admitted into a hospital and will stay under observation after exiting Saturday's game against Getafe, the club announced Saturday.

Impact The club also announced that Vidal went through numerous tests and all of them came out with positive results, so it seems the worst is over for the right-back. Still, it's uncertain if he'll be able to play against Elche on Sunday, Sep. 21.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Vinas - Sees red Saturday Vinas was shown a red card and sent off during Saturday's clash with Getafe.

Impact Vinas was handed his marching orders in the final minutes of Saturday's clash against Getafe. He will be suspended for one match, which will likely let Alex Fores start again in the frontline.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Ahijado - Features off bench Ahijado (strain) has featured off bench in Saturday's clash against Getafe, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Ahijado has featured off bench in Saturday's game against Getafe as he replaced Nacho Vidal who could have suffered a concussion after a bad knock to the head. That said, if Vidal has to miss some time to follow protocols, this will leave Ahijado with some increased playing time for Oviedo.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Forced off with concussion Vidal has been forced off in the 16th minute of Saturday's clash against Getafe due to an apparent concussion, the club announced.

Impact Vidal has suffered an apparent concussion in the first half of Saturday's clash against Getafe and was forced off in the 16th minute. The defender was replaced by Lucas Ahijado who could see increased playing time if Vidal has to follow protocols.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ovie Ejaria - Won't play Saturday Ejaria is out for Saturday's match against Getafe after being left off the squad list.

Impact Ejaria is not going to make the call, with the midfielder left off the squad list for undisclosed reasons. This is despite the midfielder starting in their last match while appearing in two of their three games. That said, Haissem Hassan is his likely replacement while out.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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