Elche vs Osasuna Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest La Liga Odds for Friday, February 13th
Two sides with contrasting recent fortunes meet in LaLiga as Elche, battling to improve their league position, host Osasuna at their home ground on Thursday, February 13, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 UTC. The hosts currently sit 15th in the overall standings, while the visitors are comfortably placed in 9th.
OC Staff - February 13, 2026, 1:25 PM EST
4 Minute ReadElche vs Osasuna: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Two sides with contrasting recent fortunes meet in LaLiga as Elche, battling to improve their league position, host Osasuna at their home ground on Thursday, February 13, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 UTC. The hosts currently sit 15th in the overall standings, while the visitors are comfortably placed in 9th.
Elche vs Osasuna Form
Elche approach this fixture in a worrying patch of form. Their last outing saw them fall to a 3-1 defeat away to Real Sociedad, extending a difficult run. The home side has now lost their last three matches in LaLiga, conceding at least three goals in each of those encounters. Over their last six league games, Elche have managed just two draws and four losses, placing them 19th in the recent form table. This suggests a significant struggle to find consistency and defensive solidity, despite a fact highlighting that there have been over 2.5 goals scored in eight of their last nine LaLiga matches.
In stark contrast, Osasuna arrive with a spring in their step, having secured a 2-1 away victory against Celta Vigo in their most recent fixture. This win underscores a strong run for the visitors, who are undefeated in their last four matches, winning three of them. Their overall form in the last six games is impressive, with three wins, two draws, and just one loss, ranking them 5th in the league's recent form standings. Furthermore, Osasuna have demonstrated attacking prowess, scoring at least two goals in their last four LaLiga matches, with over 2.5 goals scored in all of those games.
Elche vs Osasuna Head to Head
The previous meeting between these two teams, in September 2025 in LaLiga, ended in a 1-1 draw at Osasuna's home ground. This result continues a trend of tight encounters, as Elche have drawn their last three home matches against Osasuna in all competitions.
Looking back at their last six encounters, Osasuna hold a clear advantage. The visitors are currently undefeated in their last ten matches against Elche across all competitions, a testament to their dominance in this fixture. In the last six meetings, Osasuna have secured two victories, while four matches have ended in draws, with Elche failing to register a win. Interestingly, five of their last six matches against each other have seen under 2.5 goals scored, suggesting these tend to be low-scoring affairs despite the recent high-scoring games for both teams individually.
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Elche vs Osasuna Probable Lineups
Elche (3-5-2):
- Goalkeeper: Peña
- Defenders: Bigas, Pétrot, Chust
- Midfielders: Valera, Aguado, Febas, Villar, Pedrosa
- Forwards: Silva, Rodríguez
Osasuna (4-5-1):
- Goalkeeper: Herrera
- Defenders: Galán, Catena, Herrando, Rosier
- Midfielders: Muñoz, García, Torró, Oroz, Moro
- Forward: Budimir
Elche vs Osasuna Team News
Elche face several selection headaches ahead of this crucial home tie. Hector Fort remains sidelined with an injury and is not expected to return until March. Adding to their woes, Buba Sangaré and Josan are both considered doubtful for the match. David Affengruber will also be unavailable due to suspension after accumulating his fifth yellow card.
Osasuna have fewer injury concerns, though they are not entirely unscathed. Iker Benito is out injured and is likely to miss the remainder of the season. Boyomo has recently joined the injury list, while Jon Moncayola could also be absent due to illness, potentially weakening the visitors' midfield options.
Elche vs Osasuna Match Facts
- Elche have drawn their last 3 home matches against Osasuna in all competitions.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Elche's last 9 games in LaLiga.
- Elche have conceded at least 3 goals in their last 3 matches in LaLiga.
- Elche have lost their last 3 matches in LaLiga.
- Elche have seen under 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 6 matches against Osasuna in all competitions.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Osasuna's last 4 games in LaLiga.
- Osasuna are undefeated in their last 10 matches against Elche in all competitions.
- Osasuna have scored at least 2 goals in their last 4 matches in LaLiga.
Prediction: Elche 1-1 Osasuna
Elche's recent form is certainly concerning, having lost their last three LaLiga matches and conceding heavily. Their defensive weaknesses, particularly in defending counter-attacks and stopping opponents from creating chances, are significant. However, they do possess strengths in creating chances through individual skill and stealing the ball from the opposition, and the forecast suggests they will dominate possession.
Osasuna, on the other hand, arrive with much better momentum and a strong head-to-head record against Elche, being undefeated in their last 10 meetings. Their strengths in aerial duels and attacking set pieces could pose problems for the hosts, and their ability to come back from losing positions is a notable characteristic. However, they do struggle with keeping possession and protecting a lead, which could offer Elche opportunities. The last encounter between these sides ended in a 1-1 draw, and given Elche's tendency for draws at home against Osasuna, a repeat of that scoreline seems plausible. Osasuna's strong form and Elche's recent struggles balance out against Elche's home advantage and the historical tendency for draws in this fixture.
Best Bet: Under 2.5 Goals (-135) Check out the best odds at FanDuel Sportsbook
Despite both teams showing a recent trend of high-scoring games individually, the head-to-head history between Elche and Osasuna tells a different story. Five of their last six meetings have featured under 2.5 goals. With Elche drawing their last three home matches against Osasuna and the visitors' weakness in protecting a lead, a cautious approach is often adopted in this fixture. The 1-1 predicted scoreline further reinforces the likelihood of a low-scoring affair.
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