La Liga Gameweek 1
Celta Vigo 1 - 2 FT Osasuna
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43
Coventry
vs
Newcastle
Mon, Oct 12 • 19:00 UTC
⚡ Form
47
⚖️ Balance
95
🏆 Stakes
0
⭐ Stars
72
Coventry's survival bid meets Newcastle's inconsistency.
Futmetrix Verdict
66
FT
Mon, Oct 12
Atalanta
3-1
Venezia
⚡ Intensity
86
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
0
🎲 Upset
0
Atalanta strike early, Venezia stay sunk.
Futmetrix Verdict
59
FT
Mon, Oct 12
Al-Wasl FC
1-3
Al-Ahli Jeddah
⚡ Intensity
63
⚖️ Balance
54
🏆 Stakes
12
🎲 Upset
0
Clinical Al-Ahli secure vital away victory.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' I. Aspas (M. Roman)
J. Moncayola 27'
HT
↓ J. Moncayola ↑I. Munoz 46'
51' M. Alonso
52' ↓ I. Aspas ↑C. Starfelt
K. Barja (R. Garcia) 54'
↓ J. Herrando ↑R. Garcia 58'
↓ J. Dubasin ↑A. Budimir 58'
A. Budimir 63'
65' ↓ J. Galan ↑S. Carreira
65' ↓ J. Rueda ↑H. Alvarez
65' ↓ W. Swedberg ↑J. El Abdellaoui
↓ K. Barja ↑M. Gomez 74'
79' ↓ P. Duran ↑F. Jutgla
↓ R. Garcia ↑A. Oroz 82'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Celta Vigo
Goalkeepers
Ionuț Radu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Javi Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yoel Lago
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcos Alonso
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Midfielders
Javi Rueda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Miguel Román
MAGNET
75
Activity
75
Activity
71
Passes
4
Duels
Ilaix Moriba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javi Galán
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Forwards
Iago Aspas
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Pablo Durán
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Williot Swedberg
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Altay Bayındır
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Carl Starfelt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Carreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdoulaye Faye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro Núñez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrés Antañón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Burcio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aleix Febas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jones El Abdellaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ferran Jutglà
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Osasuna
Goalkeepers
Sergio Herrera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Íñigo Arguibide
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Asier Osambela
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Catena
MAGNET
89
Activity
89
Activity
87
Passes
2
Duels
Jorge Herrando
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Abel Bretones
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Jonathan Dubasin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Jon Moncayola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Lucas Torró
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kike Barja
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Raúl García de Haro
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
BENCH
Aitor Fernández
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Unai Santos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Flavien Boyomo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Rico
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iker Muñoz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rubén García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aimar Oroz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauro Echegoyen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ante Budimir
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
31
Minutes
7.3
Rating
Moi Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raul Moro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2026 | Celta Vigo | 1 - 2 | Osasuna | La Liga | Estadio Abanca Balaídos |
| 10/26/2025 | Osasuna | 2 - 3 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio El Sadar |
| 02/21/2025 | Celta Vigo | 1 - 0 | Osasuna | La Liga | Estadio Abanca-Balaídos |
| 09/01/2024 | Osasuna | 3 - 2 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio El Sadar |
| 02/04/2024 | Osasuna | 0 - 3 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio El Sadar |
| 08/13/2023 | Celta Vigo | 0 - 2 | Osasuna | La Liga | Estadio Abanca-Balaídos |
| 03/06/2023 | Osasuna | 0 - 0 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio El Sadar |
| 11/05/2022 | Celta Vigo | 1 - 2 | Osasuna | La Liga | Abanca-Balaídos |
| 01/19/2022 | Celta Vigo | 2 - 0 | Osasuna | La Liga | Abanca-Balaídos |
| 08/23/2021 | Osasuna | 0 - 0 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio El Sadar |
02/06/2026
10/26/2025
02/21/2025
09/01/2024
02/04/2024
08/13/2023
03/06/2023
11/05/2022
01/19/2022
08/23/2021
Celta Vigo Win
Osasuna Win
Draw
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Espanyol | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +3 | WEspanyol 3 - 0 Levante (16-08-2026) |
| 2 | Alaves | 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +3 | WAlaves 3 - 0 Getafe (15-08-2026) |
| 3 | Atletico Madrid | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | +2 | WAtletico Madrid 2 - 0 Malaga (19-08-2026) |
| 4 | Sevilla | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +1 | WSevilla 2 - 1 Rayo Vallecano (15-08-2026) |
| 5 | Villarreal | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | DRacing Santander 2 - 2 Villarreal (16-08-2026) |
| 6 | Racing Santander | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | DRacing Santander 2 - 2 Villarreal (16-08-2026) |
| 7 | Deportivo La Coruna | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | DDeportivo La Coruna 1 - 1 Elche (17-08-2026) |
| 8 | Elche | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | DDeportivo La Coruna 1 - 1 Elche (17-08-2026) |
| 9 | Rayo Vallecano | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -1 | LSevilla 2 - 1 Rayo Vallecano (15-08-2026) |
| 10 | Malaga | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -2 | LAtletico Madrid 2 - 0 Malaga (19-08-2026) |
| 11 | Levante | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -3 | LEspanyol 3 - 0 Levante (16-08-2026) |
| 12 | Getafe | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -3 | LAlaves 3 - 0 Getafe (15-08-2026) |
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +27
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Celta Vigo
Osasuna
Celta Vigo
Osasuna
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Osasuna Orchestrate Ruthless Comeback at Balaídos
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 71/100. A dramatic sending-off completely unraveled Celta Vigo's early dominance, paving the way for a remarkable Osasuna revival.
The Opening Act
Celta Vigo flew out of the blocks at Estadio Abanca Balaídos, demonstrating exactly why the early Balance of power sat firmly with the hosts in this La Liga clash. It took just 14 minutes for the legendary I. Aspas to ignite the passionate home crowd, finishing smartly after a precise, incisive delivery from M. Roman. The hosts edged possession in these early exchanges, dictating the tempo and forcing the visitors to retreat into a compact defensive shape. While Osasuna struggled to find any passing rhythm, they held their nerve, absorbing the pressure and stubbornly waiting for a genuine opening. Aspas looked consistently lethal on the ball, but Celta's overall shot count remained surprisingly low, masking the tactical chaos that lurked just beneath the surface of the first half.
The Turning Point
The match fractured entirely in the 51st minute, providing a textbook example of how quickly football can pivot. M. Alonso committed a desperate foul, earning a straight red card for tripping and completely altering the competitive landscape. Smelling blood in the water, Osasuna cranked the Intensity up to maximum. With a crucial man advantage, they pushed their defensive line incredibly high and turned the pitch into a shooting gallery. Just three minutes after the devastating dismissal, K. Barja found the back of the net, slotting home a clinical pass from R. Garcia. The momentum swing was violent, immediate, and absolute. What had previously been a measured, deliberate tactical battle completely dissolved into a one-sided siege.
The Resolution
Recognising the vulnerability of the hosts, the visitors introduced A. Budimir in the 58th minute, a tactical substitution that rapidly sealed the result. Just five minutes later, the towering striker won and emphatically converted a penalty to complete the turnaround. Celta Vigo had absolutely no answers left in the tank, managing a paltry two shots the entire evening compared to Osasuna's relentless barrage of twelve. Anchored by an outstanding, physical defensive masterclass from Alejandro Catena, the away side easily suffocated any late, desperate push from the ten men. The massive Upset Factor rating tells the story of a dramatic 1-2 victory, leaving Osasuna to celebrate three crucial points on the road while Celta are left to rue a catastrophic defensive collapse.
Key Questions
How did the red card for M. Alonso impact the match?
The 51st-minute dismissal left Celta Vigo completely exposed. Osasuna immediately capitalised, scoring the equaliser just three minutes later and subsequently dominating the match.
How did Celta Vigo complete the comeback from behind?
Celta Vigo did not complete a comeback; they actually surrendered an early lead. It was Osasuna who came from behind to win 1-2.
How did substitute Iago Aspas change the game?
Iago Aspas was not a substitute. He started the match and opened the scoring in the 14th minute, though his team ultimately suffered a defeat.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Celta Vigo and Osasuna seek early momentum in muted opener
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 25/100. An opening day fixture lacking marquee attraction makes this a methodical encounter mostly for the die-hard fans.
The Setup
On August 16, 2026, Celta Vigo host Osasuna to kick off their La Liga seasons. Being the very first round of the regular season, our Stakes rating is at absolute baseline—there are no title races or survival battles on the line yet. A remarkably low Stars rating indicates a shortage of global household names, though steady professionals like Óscar Mingueza for the hosts and Aimar Oroz for the visitors bring solid top-flight quality. What the match lacks in glamour, it makes up for in parity; a strong Balance score points to a tightly contested ninety minutes where neither side possesses overwhelming superiority.
Key Battle
With a cagey tactical struggle anticipated, the decisive action will take place between the host's central midfielders and the visitors' disciplined defensive block. Osasuna will look to compress the space through the middle, forcing Celta's creative players into low-percentage crosses from wide areas. Whichever unit blinks first will dictate the tempo of the entire contest.
Our Prediction
Celta Vigo 1-1 Osasuna. With a neutral Form baseline typical of an opening weekend, risk aversion will be the dominant theme. Expect a deeply conservative first half as both teams shake off the rust, ultimately settling for a pragmatic share of the spoils to get their campaigns up and running.