Osasuna Hosts Struggling Valencia in Crucial La Liga Clash

Pamplona, Spain — Osasuna is set to face Valencia in a vital La Liga match on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Estadio El Sadar. With both teams seeking to improve their standings, the match promises to be critical for their respective campaigns.

Valencia enters the match after suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid, placing them in a precarious 18th position in the league table, tied on points with 17th-placed Las Palmas. Meanwhile, Osasuna sits comfortably in 12th place, boasting 32 points after 25 matches and only three points adrift of sixth-placed Rayo Vallecano, which qualifies for European competition.

Osasuna, known as Los Rojillos, has had a mixed season with seven wins, eleven draws, and seven losses. Their recent form includes a win against Real Sociedad but also a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Celta Vigo. Head coach Vicente Moreno‘s squad will look to capitalize on their strong home performance this season, having amassed 23 points from 13 home matches.

“We need to bounce back and regain our confidence,” said Moreno. “Valencia is a tough opponent, but playing at home gives us an advantage we need to exploit.”

On the other hand, Valencia’s record currently stands at five wins, eight draws, and twelve losses, leaving them desperate for points to escape the relegation zone. Head coach Carlos Corberan is aware of the uphill battle his side faces, having recorded just one win in their last six league matches.

“The situation is critical,” Corberan stated. “We must turn our away performance around, or we risk facing relegation. A draw could be a positive result, but we are aiming for all three points.”

In terms of squad news, Osasuna will welcome back players Areso and Oroz from suspension, potentially strengthening their lineup. Ante Budimir, who has scored 13 goals this season, will be crucial in the attacking front.

For Valencia, the absence of long-term injury victim Thierry Correia is a blow, but the rest of the squad is available with possible changes expected after the recent poor performance. “We recognize the importance of this match. We must be mentally and physically prepared,” said Corberan.

The reverse fixture earlier this season ended in a 0-0 draw, and both teams are eager to claim victory this time around. Osasuna has struggled to break through against stronger defenses, while Valencia’s away form leaves much to be desired. Osasuna is expected to dominate ball possession at home, which could stretch Valencia’s defense.

As the match approaches, fans are left speculating whether Oyarzabal and Budimir can find the back of the net and guide their teams to crucial victories in a tight La Liga race.