Real Madrid vs Osasuna Predictions

Real Madrid are in tumultuous times after facing back-to-back big defeats. But this club can defy all odds to bounce back strongly on any given day. We expect Los Blancos to deliver a statement win in the upcoming game against in-form Osasuna.  

Match info: La Liga

Venue: Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid

Date: Saturday, 9^th November 2024

Time: 2 pm Nigerian time

Real Madrid face a must-win home fixture against Osasuna on Saturday afternoon, with the reigning Spanish and European champions looking to bounce back from successive losses at Bernabeu to Barcelona and AC Milan.

Los Blancos are second in the La Liga table, nine points behind leaders Barcelona, who have played a game more, and they will be welcoming an Osasuna outfit that are up in fifth, boasting 21 points from their first 12 matches of the campaign.

Head-to-head:

• Real Madrid have won 59 of the last 91 meetings between the two teams.
• Osasuna have recorded 13 victories.
• The remaining 19 clashes ended in draws.
• Their last 3 encounters produced at least 3 goals.

Form:

• Real Madrid in the league: W-D-W-W-L
• Real Madrid in all competitions: W-W-W-L-L
• Osasuna in the League: W-D-L-W-W
• Osasuna in all competitions: D-L-W-W-W

Team News:

• Madrid will be without the services of Daniel Carvajal, Courtouis and Rodrygo for the upcoming fixture.
• Osasuna, on the other hand, have no injury concerns or suspension issues.

Player(s) to watch:

• Luka Modric’s leadership will be pivotal in Real Madrid’s struggle. He is expected to step up, guiding the team through these turbulent times with both his exceptional skill and unifying influence. Known for his ability to turn matches in his favour, Modric’s experience is invaluable to a squad in need of stability.
• Ante Budimir, Modric’s compatriot, is set to make his mark at the Santiago Bernabeu. His form has been remarkable for both Osasuna and the Croatian national team, and he’ll be eager to continue his scoring prowess against Real Madrid in this much-anticipated fixture.