Preview of Real Oviedo vs Atletico Madrid, 03:00 March 01, 2026. Predictions for the result, expected lineups, and expert analysis for the match between Real Oviedo and Atletico Madrid in round 26 of the Spanish La Liga 2025/26.
90-Minute Handicap: 3/4 : 0
Total Goals: 2 1/2
Atletico Madrid is seeking to regain its necessary momentum after a string of consecutive victories. Diego Simeone's squad recently demolished Club Brugge 4-1 in the Champions League midweek, following a 4-2 win over Espanyol in La Liga. With 48 points, Atletico firmly holds 4th place and is applying pressure on 3rd-placed Villarreal.

Real Oviedo vs Atletico Madrid
Although the away record of "Los Rojiblancos" this season is not particularly impressive (only 3 wins in 12 away matches), facing a bottom-of-the-table opponent like Oviedo presents a golden opportunity for Simeone and his players to improve this statistic. The excellent form of Alexander Sorloth, who just scored a hat-trick in Europe, will be a key weapon for the visiting side.
On the other side, Real Oviedo is enduring difficult times at the bottom of the table with a mere 17 points. However, their courageous performance in a 3-3 draw with Real Sociedad in the previous round has sparked a glimmer of hope for the hosts. Their attack, which had been quiet (only 16 goals in 24 matches), unexpectedly erupted, providing a positive sign for coach Guillermo Almada. Nevertheless, the 8-point gap to safety remains a steep mountain to climb. Hosting an in-form Atletico while their defense continues to make frequent errors is a challenge likely beyond the reach of the Asturian side.
Even though Oviedo has home advantage and a "nothing to lose" mentality, the disparity in quality and current form is too significant. Atletico Madrid, with its star players hitting peak form, is predicted to secure all three points to solidify their position in the top four.
Real Oviedo: David Costas is absent due to injury. The availability of two key players, Eric Bailly and Ovie Ejaria, remains uncertain. The good news is that midfielder Santiago Colombatto has completed his suspension and will return to the starting lineup. Striker Federico Vinas is in high spirits after scoring a brace against Real Sociedad.
Atletico Madrid: Welcomes the return of Rodrigo Mendoza from suspension. However, Nico Gonzalez and Pablo Barrios are still dealing with fitness issues. The striker duo of Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez is almost certain to start. Ademola Lookman is likely to return to the wing after being rested for the midweek match.
Real Oviedo (4-2-3-1): Escandell; Vidal, Carmo, Calvo, Lopez; Colombatto, Sibo; Hassan, Reina, Chaira; Vinas.
Atletico Madrid (4-4-2): Oblak; Molina, Pubill, Hancko, Ruggeri; Simeone, Llorente, Cardoso, Lookman; Sorloth, Alvarez.
21/02/26: Real Sociedad 3-3 Oviedo (La Liga)
15/02/26: Oviedo 1-2 Ath Bilbao (La Liga)
31/01/26: Oviedo 1-0 Girona (La Liga)
25/01/26: Barcelona 3-0 Oviedo (La Liga)
18/01/26: Osasuna 3-2 Oviedo (La Liga)
25/02/26: Atletico Madrid 4-1 Club Brugge (Champions League)
22/02/26: Atletico Madrid 4-2 Espanyol (La Liga)
19/02/26: Club Brugge 3-3 Atletico Madrid (Champions League)
15/02/26: Rayo Vallecano 3-0 Atletico Madrid (La Liga)
13/02/26: Atletico Madrid 4-0 Barcelona (Copa del Rey)
30/11/25: Atletico Madrid 2-0 Oviedo (La Liga)
05/01/23: Oviedo 0-2 Atletico Madrid (Copa del Rey)
29/07/15: Oviedo 0-2 Atletico Madrid (Friendly)
05/05/02: Oviedo 2-3 Atletico Madrid (Spanish Segunda Division)
09/12/01: Atletico Madrid 0-0 Oviedo (Spanish Segunda Division)