Real Madrid will aim to restore pride after a disappointing week when they host already-relegated Real Oviedo at the Santiago Bernabéu on Thursday 14th May 2026 in La Liga matchday 36.
Los Blancos enter the fixture on the back of a damaging 2–0 defeat to FC Barcelona, a result that mathematically confirmed their rivals as league champions and sealed a second consecutive trophyless campaign for Madrid. Under Álvaro Arbeloa, the club has shown flashes of quality but lacked the consistency required to sustain a title push.
Despite boasting strong numbers 24 wins, five draws, and six defeats, along with 70 goals scored and just 33 conceded Madrid’s season ultimately fell short of expectations. However, their home form remains a major positive, with 14 wins from 17 matches at the Bernabéu.
In contrast, Oviedo arrive in the capital with their relegation already confirmed. A draw elsewhere sealed their drop to the Segunda División, capping a difficult campaign that has yielded just six wins and 29 points. The Asturian side has struggled both offensively and defensively, scoring only 26 goals while conceding 54. Oviedo went on to confirm the match on their official x handle
Managed by Guillermo Almada, Oviedo’s away form has been particularly poor, with only two victories on the road all season. Their latest outing a goalless draw against Getafe was further marred by two red cards, adding to their challenges ahead of the trip to Madrid.
Historically, this fixture has favored Madrid heavily, including a 3–0 victory in their most recent meeting. While Oviedo have little left to lose, the gulf in quality suggests a difficult evening ahead.
Team News
Real Madrid could be without Dean Huijsen, who is a doubt with physical discomfort ahead of Thursday’s fixture, while Dani Ceballos remains sidelined with a thigh injury.
Rodrygo remains a long-term absentee with a cruciate ligament injury, while Kylian Mbappe has returned to training after a hamstring problem, but his availability for Thursday remains to be seen.
Ferland Mendy is out with a ligament injury, while Dani Carvajal continues his recovery from a leg injury.
Federico Valverde is a doubt with a head injury following his inexplicable fracas with Aurelien Tchouameni, while Eder Militao and Arda Guler are both out with thigh injuries of their own.
Real Oviedo will be without Javi Lopez and Kwasi Sibo, both suspended for this fixture following their dismissals in the draw against Getafe.
Leander Dendoncker is doubtful with a muscle injury, while Jaime Vazquez is sidelined with a groin problem.
Eric Bailly is also unavailable after sustaining a broken nose in the opening 12 minutes of the Getafe match, adding further to the defensive concerns Almada must manage ahead of the trip to Madrid.
scorees his team’s third goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Oviedo and Real Madrid CF at Carlos Tartiere on August 24, 2025 in Oviedo, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)
Possible Lineups
Real Madrid possible starting lineup:
Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Rudiger, F. Garcia; Diaz, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Bellingham; G. Garcia, Vinicius
Real Oviedo possible starting lineup:
Escandell; Alhassane, Calvo, Costas, Vidal; Fernandez, Reina, Cazorla, Hassan; Vinas, Chaira
How to Watch
The match will be shown live around the world. Fans in Spain can watch it on DAZN LaLiga.
| Channel | Kickoff Time | Date |
|---|---|---|
| DAZN LaLiga | 20:30 | May 14, 2026 |
| SuperSport LaLiga | 20:30 | May 14, 2026 |
| ESPN+ or beIN | 14:30 | May 14, 2026 |
Prediction
Softfootball predicts Real Madrid 2-0 Real Oviedo
A point at the Bernabeu will seal second place for Real Madrid, the only prize left to play for following Barcelona’s title coronation. Oviedo, already condemned to Segunda Division football, arrive with nothing but pride at stake.
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