Drowning men clutch at straws: Oviedo's desperate stand against in-form Celta

Kannste knicken Futmetrix-Wertung: 36/100. With Oviedo rooted in the bottom three and Celta Vigo clawing away from danger, this December 20 clash is a genuine six-pointer where survival instincts collide.

The Setup

Oviedo's form is catastrophic: two wins in 14 games, a defence that hemorrhages nearly two goals per match. Goalkeeper Aarón Escandell has made 24 saves across five matches, yet even his reflexes can't seal the cracks. Celta, meanwhile, are breathing easier with 16 points and a stunning 50% away-win rate. The stakes are brutal—Oviedo needs points desperately, while Celta seeks to consolidate their escape from the relegation zone.

Key Battle

Dani Calvo (Oviedo) vs Ferran Jutglà (Celta): the Asturian centre-back must contain the Galician winger, who has posted 2 goals and 1 assist in his last four matches. If Calvo yields territory, Jutglà will run riot down the flank.

Our Prediction

Celta control proceedings from kickoff. Oviedo retreat into a defensive shell, but visiting pressure finds fissures. Borja Iglesias capitalises on a defensive lapse in the second half to seal it. Celta win 2-0. The Galicians consolidate their escape; Oviedo remain trapped in the mire.