Osasuna vs Real Madrid Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest La Liga Odds
Tenth-placed Osasuna prepare to host runaway league leaders Real Madrid in a highly anticipated LaLiga clash at El Sadar on Friday, 21st February 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 UTC. The hosts will be looking to pull off a monumental upset and close the gap on the European places, while their visitors aim to solidify their position at the summit of the Spanish top flight.
OC Staff - February 21, 2026, 9:20 AM EST
3 Minute ReadOsasuna vs Real Madrid: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Tenth-placed Osasuna prepare to host runaway league leaders Real Madrid in a highly anticipated LaLiga clash at El Sadar on Friday, 21st February 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 UTC. The hosts will be looking to pull off a monumental upset and close the gap on the European places, while their visitors aim to solidify their position at the summit of the Spanish top flight.
Osasuna vs Real Madrid Form
Osasuna come into this fixture on the back of a hard-fought 0-0 draw away at Elche in their last LaLiga outing. The Pamplona side has shown resilience recently, remaining undefeated in their last five LaLiga matches, a run that includes two wins and three draws. Their overall form in the league sees them ranked 5th over the last six matches, highlighting a recent upturn in performances.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Benfica in the Champions League in their most recent fixture. Domestically, the reigning champions are in scintillating form, having won their last eight matches in LaLiga. They currently sit atop the league standings and boast the best form over the last six matches, underscoring their dominance. The capital club has scored at least two goals in each of their last eight LaLiga encounters.
Osasuna vs Real Madrid Head to Head
The last encounter between these two sides saw Real Madrid clinch a 1-0 victory at home against Osasuna in August of last year. Looking at their recent history, Real Madrid have a commanding record against the Navarrese side. They are undefeated in their last 24 matches against Osasuna across all competitions. Over the last six meetings, Real Madrid have won five and drawn one, demonstrating their consistent superiority in this fixture.
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Osasuna vs Real Madrid Probable Lineups
Osasuna (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: S. Herrera
- Defenders: J. Galán (DL), A. Catena (DC), J. Herrando (DC), V. Rosier (DR)
- Midfielders: J. Moncayola (DM), L. Torró (DM), A. Oroz (AML), V. Muñoz (AMC), R. García (AMR)
- Forward: A. Budimir (FC)
Real Madrid (4-3-1-2):
- Goalkeeper: T. Courtois
- Defenders: Á. Carreras (DL), R. Asencio (DC), D. Huijsen (DC), T. Alexander-Arnold (DR)
- Midfielders: A. Tchouaméni (MC), E. Camavinga (MC), F. Valverde (MC)
- Attacking Midfielder: A. Güler (AM)
- Forwards: V. Júnior (FC), K. Mbappé (FC)
Osasuna vs Real Madrid Team News
Osasuna will be without Iker Benito, who is expected to miss the remainder of the season due to injury. Boyomo is also a confirmed absentee for the hosts, adding to their defensive concerns.
Real Madrid face some notable absences, though their squad depth is considerable. Éder Militão remains sidelined with injury and is not expected to return until late March. Jude Bellingham is the latest star to pick up an injury, ruling him out for the remainder of the month. Additionally, Rodrygo is a doubt for the match, which could impact the visitors' attacking options.
Osasuna vs Real Madrid Match Facts
- Osasuna are undefeated in their last 5 matches in LaLiga.
- Real Madrid have won their last 8 matches in LaLiga.
- Real Madrid are undefeated in their last 24 matches against Osasuna in all competitions.
- Real Madrid have scored at least 2 goals in their last 8 matches in LaLiga.
Prediction: Osasuna 0-2 Real Madrid
Osasuna have displayed commendable form recently, remaining undefeated in their last five LaLiga fixtures and showing strength in aerial duels and attacking set pieces. However, they struggle with keeping possession, a significant weakness against a side like Real Madrid. The visitors, despite some key injuries, possess an array of strengths including finishing scoring chances, creating opportunities through individual skill, and their ability to steal the ball from the opposition. They also excel at controlling the game in the opposition's half and playing possession football.
Real Madrid's attacking prowess is evident in their average of 18.58 shots per game and their consistent goal-scoring record. While Osasuna's resilience at home (only two losses all season) is noteworthy, Real Madrid's formidable away form, coupled with their dominant head-to-head record and current eight-game winning streak in the league, makes them strong favourites. The visitors' ability to protect a lead, a noted weakness for Osasuna, will also be a key factor. Expect Real Madrid to dictate the tempo and ultimately secure a comfortable victory, likely keeping a clean sheet against an Osasuna side that might struggle to break down their robust defence.
Best Bet: Real Madrid to Win to Nil (+200) Check out the best odds at DraftKings Sportsbook
Given Real Madrid's defensive strengths, their recent clean sheet against Benfica, and their overall dominance in this fixture's history, backing them to win without conceding seems a valuable betting angle. The predicted score of 0-2 further supports this. Osasuna's challenge in maintaining possession against Real Madrid's strong pressing game suggests limited opportunities for the hosts in front of goal.
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