Real Oviedo
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- The Real Oviedo vs FC Barcelona preview highlights that Real Oviedo have lost 4 and won just 1 of their last 5 games in all competitions, suffering consecutive away defeats to Getafe and Elche.
- The hosts are stuck in 17th place with three points from five LaLiga games, but their 1-0 home win over Real Sociedad three weeks ago was a much-needed confidence boost after a run of four straight defeats.
- Real Oviedo have won 1 and lost 1 of their two home games in LaLiga, conceding 3 goals.
Barcelona
- Barcelona are unbeaten after 5 games (W4, D1) in all competitions after back-to-back 2-1 away wins over Newcastle in the Champions League.
- Our Real Oviedo vs FC Barcelona prediction is that Barcelona, who sit 2nd in the table on 13 points after five games, should have far too much for the Carbayones, who come into the game as massive +675 outsiders.
Key Players
- Leander Dendoncker has been Oviedo’s top scorer this term with one goal in four LaLiga appearances, although Algerian playmaker Haissem Hassan has chipped in with an assist in his five appearances.
- Barcelona’s goal threat is far greater with Ferran Torres having scored four times in five LaLiga matches.
Betting Insights
- For those seeking Real Oviedo vs FC Barcelona betting tips, Hansi Flick’s team are available at -370 and that seems too short.
- The Asturian side are likely to remain very compact in the hope of grabbing a goal on the counter-attack.
- Backing over 2.5 goals in the contest is also suggested given Barcelona’s attacking quality.
Prediction
There is little doubt that the visitors should return to the Catalan capital with the three points .
