Osasuna and Real Oviedo Battle to Stalemate in 0-0 Draw at Carlos Tartiere

Strong Defensive Display from Both Teams Resulted in a Clean Sheet

Club Atlético Osasuna (3-1-6, 11 points) and Real Oviedo (2-2-7, 8 points) played to a 0-0 draw at the Carlos Tartiere on Monday night. A solid defensive effort from both teams resulted in a division of points and a clean sheet for both squads.

The match got underway with Osasuna goalkeeper Sergio Herrera making a crucial save just two minutes in, denying midfielder Ilyas Chaira’s attempt to score. Following this early chance, neither side could seize control, leading to a tightly contested midfield battle. In the 28th minute, Osasuna forward Ante Budimir had the best opportunity of the half, heading a free-kick cross from midfielder Rubén García, but Real Oviedo goalkeeper Aarón Escandell came up with the stop. Budimir and forward Raúl García both had attempts that went off target, while Oviedo’s long-range efforts failed to find the net.

The second half mirrored the first, with both teams engaged in an even battle and creating only a handful of chances. The home side, Oviedo, nearly broke the deadlock when forward Federico Viñas received a low cross inside the box but sent his shot sailing over the crossbar. As the match progressed, Osasuna started to assert more dominance, finding greater space on the offensive end. Defender Abel Bretones made two attempts on goal, with Escandell saving one and the other narrowly missing the post.

As the final whistle approached, both teams pushed for a breakthrough, but the defenses remained resolute, ensuring the scoreline ended in a draw.

Looking ahead, Osasuna will turn its attention to its next match against Sevilla FC on Saturday, Nov. 8, at Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán. Kickoff is set for 4:15 p.m. CET (3:15 p.m. GMT/10:15 a.m. ET).