Real Madrid host already-relegated Real Oviedo at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu on Thursday, May 14, 2026 (kick-off approximately 9:30 PM local time / 1:00 AM IST). Los Blancos, currently sitting 2nd in La Liga, aim to secure their position and end the season strongly in front of their home fans after a trophyless campaign.
Team News and Predicted Lineups
Real Madrid have several injury concerns, including Rodrygo (cruciate ligament), Eder Militao, Federico Valverde, Ferland Mendy, and Arda Guler. Mbappé is expected to be available after returning to training.
Predicted Real Madrid XI (4-4-2 or similar):
Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Rüdiger, Fran García; Díaz/Brahim, Camavinga, Tchouaméni, Bellingham; Vinícius Júnior, Gonzalo García (or Mbappé if fit).
Real Oviedo, already down and sitting at the bottom of the table with just 6 wins in 35+ games, will likely park the bus and look for counter-attacks. Key doubts include Dendoncker and Bailly.
Predicted Oviedo XI (4-2-3-1): Escandell; Vidal, Costas, Calvo, Alhassane; Colombatto/Fonseca, Reina; Chaira, Fernandez, etc.; Vinas.
Head-to-Head History
Real Madrid dominate the historical record, winning 54 of 84 meetings with Oviedo managing just 14 victories. Recent encounters heavily favor Madrid: a 3-0 away win in August 2025 and no Oviedo league wins over Madrid since 1998. Madrid are unbeaten in the last several H2Hs.
Madrid have been solid at home despite recent disappointments like the Clásico loss. Oviedo struggle severely on the road with poor scoring (around 0.74 goals per game) and a leaky defense. Expect Madrid to control possession and create multiple chances at the Bernabéu.
Score Prediction
Real Madrid 3-0 Real Oviedo. A comfortable home win is the most likely outcome as Madrid look to sign off their home season with a strong performance against a relegated side.
This fixture offers Real Madrid a chance to build momentum heading into the final matches of the 2025/26 La Liga season. Fans can expect attacking football from the hosts against an Oviedo side fighting for pride.