Osasuna vs Espanyol Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & La Liga Odds for Saturday, September 12th

Osasuna vs Espanyol Game Preview

Any Osasuna vs Espanyol prediction starts at El Sadar, where the home side host the visitors in a LaLiga matchup the numbers rate as tight but tilted toward Osasuna.

Osasuna sit eighth in the standings and lean on a stubborn, aerially strong setup under Luis Miguel Ramis, who took charge in June 2026. His group are the projected favorites here.

Espanyol come in 12th, dangerous on the counter and down the wings. Manolo Gonzalez, who recently reached 100 official games in charge of the club, has yet to find the consistency his side need.

The head-to-head is dead even: across the last six meetings between these clubs, it splits two Osasuna wins, two ties and two Espanyol wins.

Osasuna vs Espanyol Recent Results

Osasuna opened the campaign in strong shape, going unbeaten across their first three games and winning two of them, before running into a wall last time out in a 5-2 defeat to Deportivo Alaves. Up front, Ante Budimir remains the focal point, having found the net in all three of his LaLiga outings so far this season, and he is the man Osasuna will look to at El Sadar.

Espanyol also came out of the gate well, winning their opening game, but the momentum has stalled since, with no wins in their next three. Their most recent outing was a 1-1 tie against Sevilla at the RCDE Stadium. Javi Hernandez has been the creative spark in midfield, providing assists in three of his last four LaLiga games as the visitors look to reignite their attack.

Osasuna vs Espanyol Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Osasuna: Jorge Herrando (Injured/out), Aimar Oroz (Injured/out), Moi Gomez (Injured/out), Valentin Rosier (Injured/doubtful)

Espanyol: Javi Puado (Injured/out), Kike Garcia (Injured/out)

Osasuna

Osasuna have a few holes to patch, with Jorge Herrando, Aimar Oroz and Moi Gomez all ruled out through injury. Valentin Rosier has been sidelined for over a month and is a doubt here, so Ramis looks set to lean on a settled spine with Budimir leading the line.

Espanyol

Espanyol are a little more fortunate on the injury front. Javi Puado is still working back from a serious knee injury and is not expected until at least October, while Kike Garcia picked up a knock earlier this month and has been ruled out until December.

Osasuna vs Espanyol Predicted Lineup

Osasuna

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup (probable): S. Herrera; A. Bretones, R. Yeboah, A. Catena, I. Arguibide; I. Munoz, J. Moncayola; J. Dubasin, R. Garcia, R. D. Castillo; A. Budimir

Espanyol

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup (probable): M. Dmitrovic; R. Hinojo, L. Cabrera, U. Nunez, O. E. Hilali; E. Exposito, G. Moscardo; T. Dolan, J. Hernandez, Cala; R. Fernandez

Osasuna vs Espanyol Key Stats & Game Facts

• Espanyol have received 2+ cards in 5 of their last 6 games vs Osasuna (LaLiga).
• Cala has been carded in 3 of his last 4 games (LaLiga).
• Javi Hernandez has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 4 games (LaLiga).
• Ante Budimir has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 4 games (LaLiga).
• Kike Barja has been carded in 2 of his last 3 games (LaLiga).

Osasuna vs Espanyol Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

We're calling a 1-1 tie here. Osasuna are the slight favorites at home and carry the goal threat in Budimir, but Espanyol are stubborn enough on the counter to grab one of their own, and the projection points to a competitive contest at El Sadar where neither side keeps a clean sheet.

Best Picks

Back Over 2.5 in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The goals line points to at least three on the night, with the projection forecasting 2.67 total goals and an AI probability just shy of 50% for clearing the 2.5 bar. With Budimir firing and Espanyol carrying a counterattacking edge, the Over 2.5 looks well-supported against the market line.

Back Yes in the Both Teams To Score market. Both Teams To Score has the backing of a projected 1.56 to 1.12 scoreline with a 53% implied probability of each side finding the net. A tie prediction where each team gets on the board lines up neatly with a Yes on this market.

Osasuna vs Espanyol Same Game Parlay

This three-leg Same Game Parlay leans into the home side: Osasuna on the moneyline, Ante Budimir to score anytime, and No on BTTS for a clean sheet.

Osasuna on the moneyline is the anchor. They hold home advantage at El Sadar, sit as the projected favorites, and rate as the most likely single result in this matchup.

Ante Budimir to score anytime is the value leg. He has found the net in all three of his LaLiga appearances this season and keeps testing the keeper, with a shot on target in all four of his last four games.

The No leg on whether both sides score backs an Osasuna side built to defend, strong in the air and stubborn at set pieces, keeping a clean sheet against a stalling Espanyol attack.

The fourth leg leans on Osasuna's aerial and set-piece strength to control the game and see out a narrow home win without conceding.

At the time of writing, this Same Game Parlay pays a best price of +470, with the bottom of the market sitting as low as +375. Choosing the top price over the shortest available nets an extra $10 on a $10 stake.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Osasuna vs Espanyol Talking Points

The obvious storyline is Osasuna's aerial threat against an Espanyol side that struggles defending set pieces. Ramis has a group built to protect a lead and win the messy moments, and with Budimir having scored in every one of his three LaLiga starts this season, the home side have a genuine edge in the box. Espanyol are the more direct team, dangerous on the counter and down the wings, but discipline is a real concern given how often they have been carded against Osasuna. Manolo Gonzalez summed up their recent slump after the Sevilla tie, saying "We had control, but lacked clarity," and that lack of a killer touch is exactly why the visitors have stalled after a bright start.

Osasuna vs Espanyol Predictions FAQs

When is the Osasuna vs Espanyol Spanish Primera Division game?

The game takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, kicking off at 10:15 AM ET / 7:15 AM PT.

Where is Osasuna vs Espanyol being played?

The game will be played at El Sadar in Pamplona.

What is the score prediction for Osasuna vs Espanyol?

The statistical projection points to a 1-1 tie between Osasuna and Espanyol, with both teams finding the net in a competitive contest.

What is the team news for Osasuna vs Espanyol?

Osasuna will be without Jorge Herrando, Aimar Oroz and Moi Gomez due to injury, while Valentin Rosier is doubtful. Espanyol will be missing Javi Puado and Kike Garcia.

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