08-24Malaga-Deportivo de A CorunaUnder 2.5 Goals@ 1.58✓
Celta Vigo
3-4-3
● Confirmed
19
↓65′
Swedberg
11
↓79′
Duran
10
⚽↓52′
Aspas
22
↓65′
Galan
6
Moriba
8
Roman
17
↓65′
Rueda
3
Alonso
29
Lago
20
Rodriguez
13
Andrei Radu
Bench (13)
Carl Starfelt ↑52′ · Sergio Carreira ↑65′ · Hugo Alvarez ↑65′ · Jones El-Abdellaoui ↑65′ · Ferran Jutgla ↑79′ · Altay Bayindir · Abdoulaye Faye · Aleix Febas · Alvaro Nunez · Hugo Gonzalez · Andres Antanon · Hugo Burcio · Borja Iglesias
Coach · Claudio Giraldez
Match Preview
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-08-25 18:34 UTC
Ante Budimir looks to lead Osasuna charge at Abanca Balaidos
Ante Budimir remains the focal point for Osasuna as they prepare for a challenging trip to the coast to face Celta Vigo. Known for his aerial prowess and ability to disrupt defensive lines, the striker will be expected to spearhead the attack as both sides look to find their rhythm early in the new LaLiga season.
A fresh start at Abanca Balaidos
Celta Vigo return to their home ground on Thursday, 27 August 2026, eager to build on a disciplined opening performance. After securing a hard-fought goalless draw against Valencia last Friday, the hosts will look to utilize their home support to break down a resilient visiting side.
The expected lineups and tactical balance
The hosts are expected to field a side anchored by Ionut Andrei Radu in goal, with a defensive unit featuring Marcos Alonso and Carl Starfelt. In the middle of the park, the mobility of Ilaix Moriba and Miguel Roman will be critical for Celta Vigo, especially with the attacking threat of Ferran Jutgla and Hugo Gonzalez leading the line.
For Osasuna, Sergio Herrera is expected to start between the sticks, protected by a defensive line that includes Alejandro Catena and Flavien Boyomo. Aimar Oroz and Jon Moncayola are expected to control the tempo in midfield, aiming to feed Ante Budimir and Enrique Barja as they look to exploit any gaps in the Celta defensive structure.
Managing the injury impact
Celta Vigo head into this match with a notable absence in their attacking ranks. Borja Iglesias is sidelined due to injury, forcing the home side to adjust their forward options and rely on the versatility of their expected front line to find a breakthrough.
Historical trends and recent form
Matches between these two sides have frequently been high-scoring affairs, with the five most recent encounters in LaLiga producing a total of 19 goals. The last time they met at this venue in February, Osasuna claimed a 2-1 victory, though Celta Vigo have shown they can be clinical against the visitors, as evidenced by their 3-2 win away in October 2025.
Both teams are looking for their first win of the current LaLiga campaign. While Osasuna were held to a draw by Levante in their most recent outing, their ability to find the net across their summer friendly schedule suggests they possess the attacking tools to trouble the Celta backline.
