Barcelona Host Struggling Real Oviedo in La Liga Encounter
BARCELONA, 25 January 2026 – FC Barcelona welcome newly-promoted Real Oviedo to the Spotify Camp Nou this afternoon in a La Liga fixture that pits the title-chasing Catalans against a side fighting for survival at the foot of the table. The match, scheduled for a 3.15pm kick-off, marks the second meeting between the sides this season.
Historical Context and Previous Meeting
This fixture represents a rare occurrence in modern Spanish football. Real Oviedo secured a historic return to La Liga in June 2025, ending a 24-year absence from the top flight after winning the Segunda División promotion play-off final against Mirandés. Their last visit to Camp Nou was in May 2001, a match they famously won 1-0.
The two sides already met earlier this season at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere on 25 September 2025. On that occasion, Barcelona came from behind to secure a 3-1 victory. Alberto Reina had given the hosts a shock lead with a long-range strike before goals from Eric García, Robert Lewandowski, and Ronald Araújo completed a second-half turnaround for Barça.
Current Form and League Standings
The clubs approach this match from opposite ends of the La Liga spectrum. Barcelona, under intense pressure from rivals Real Madrid, are firmly in the title race. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo’s return to the elite has been a stern challenge, with the Asturian club entrenched in the relegation zone.
| Team | Position | Played | Points | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FC Barcelona | 2nd | 20 | 49 | +32 |
| Real Oviedo | 20th | 20 | 13 | -20 |
Head-to-Head Record
The historical record heavily favours the Catalan giants. Across all competitions, the two sides have met 83 times. Barcelona have claimed 47 victories to Oviedo’s 24, with 12 matches ending in a draw. In league meetings at Camp Nou, Barcelona have won 43 of the 77 encounters.
What to Expect at the Camp Nou
Barcelona will be expected to dominate possession and create numerous chances against a defensively vulnerable Oviedo side, who have conceded 31 goals in 20 matches. The visitors, managed by Veljko Paunović, will likely set up with a deep, compact defensive block and look to exploit any opportunity on the counter-attack, potentially through the experience of veteran captain Santi Cazorla or the pace of their wide players.
For Barcelona, the match represents a crucial opportunity to keep pace at the top of the table, while for Oviedo, it is a daunting but iconic fixture in their fight to preserve their hard-earned top-flight status.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the last time Real Oviedo played in La Liga?
Real Oviedo’s last season in La Liga prior to this campaign was the 2000/01 season. They secured promotion back to the top flight in June 2025 after a 24-year absence.
What was the score in the last match between these teams?
The last meeting was on 25 September 2025 at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere. Barcelona won 3-1 after coming from a goal down.
Where can I find the latest La Liga table?
The latest La Liga table is available on the official LALIGA EA SPORTS website and across major sports news outlets. As of 24 January 2026, Barcelona are second and Real Oviedo are bottom.