Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Prediction, Lineups, Betting Pick, Latest La Liga Odds - Thursday, August 27th
Get the latest lineups, team news, form guide, and prediction for the LaLiga match between Celta Vigo and Osasuna on August 27th.
OC Staff - August 27, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
3 Minute ReadCelta Vigo vs Osasuna: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
Celta Vigo and Osasuna find themselves neck-and-neck in 11th and 12th place respectively as they prepare to face off in this early-season LaLiga clash. Scheduled for Thursday, August 27th at 2:30 PM ET, this encounter at Celta Vigo's home turf promises to be an intriguing tactical battle as both sides search for their first victory of the new campaign.
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Recent Results
The hosts started their league campaign with a hard-fought goalless draw away to Valencia. Looking at their last six matches, they have shown decent resilience, picking up draws against Napoli and Braga, alongside a 4-1 victory over Sassuolo. Crucially, there have been under 2.5 goals scored in Celta Vigo's last 3 games in LaLiga, highlighting a compact defensive unit.
The visitors also opened their season with a stalemated 0-0 draw at home to Levante. Their wider form includes pre-season wins over Ipswich and Norwich, though translating friendly form to league success remains a challenge; Osasuna have failed to win their last 6 matches in LaLiga.
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Head to Head
The last meeting between these two teams saw the visitors secure a 2-1 victory on this very ground back in February. Over their last six meetings, the spoils have been shared equally, with both teams claiming three victories apiece, indicating how closely matched these two Spanish outfits historically are.
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Odds
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Thursday, August 27th, 2026
- Time: 2:30 PM ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN+, ESPN Deportes
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Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Probable Lineups
Celta Vigo (3-4-2-1): Radu; Alonso, Starfelt, Rodríguez; Galán, Febas, Román, Rueda; Swedberg, González; Jutglà
Osasuna (4-4-2): Herrera; Bretones, Herrando, Catena, Arguibide; Oroz, Moncayola, Torró, García; García, Budimir
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Team News
Celta Vigo are set to be without Borja Iglesias, who suffered an injury this week that will keep him sidelined until early September. In his absence, Jutglà is expected to lead the line. Meanwhile, Osasuna travel with almost a clean bill of health, as Valentin Rosier is their only confirmed absentee due to injury.
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Match Facts
- There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Celta Vigo's last 3 games in LaLiga.
- Osasuna have failed to win their last 6 matches in LaLiga.
Prediction: Celta Vigo 2-2 Osasuna
An entertaining 2-2 draw is the predicted outcome. The tactical styles suggest a fascinating battle of philosophies. The home side is expected to dominate possession, utilizing short passes to control the game. However, they struggle to defend aerial duels, a weakness that plays directly into the visitors' hands. Osasuna are highly effective in the air and love to attack down the wings, attempting frequent crosses.
While the visitors are forecasted to dominate in the air, their tendency to stray offside and struggle with keeping possession will allow the hosts to remain dangerous. With both sides eager to kickstart their campaign, a high-scoring stalemate looks highly likely.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score - Yes (+100) Click here to get the best odds at DraftKings Sportsbook
Given the predicted 2-2 scoreline and the contrasting tactical dynamics, backing both teams to find the back of the net is a highly appealing angle. While the hosts have seen low-scoring league games recently, the visitors' aerial threat combined with the home side's possession-based dominance should create plenty of chances at both ends.
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