5 March 2021 at 20:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Espanyol
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Away Record: Oviedo
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Espanyol and Oviedo drew 1:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Melendo 9′, Nahuel Leiva 67′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Espanyol had 45% possession while Oviedo held 55%. Espanyol had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Oviedo. Espanyol made 5 substitutions, Oviedo made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Espanyol and Oviedo — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Borja Valle
Match Statistics
Espanyol had 45% possession against Oviedo's 55%. Espanyol registered 8 shots (3 on target) while Oviedo managed 11 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 5–1. Fouls committed: 15–19.
Lineups
Espanyol lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Vicente Moreno, while Oviedo deployed a 4-4-2 under José Ángel Ziganda.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Espanyol is 6.66, compared to 6.72 for Oviedo. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Espanyol's highest-rated starter is L. Cabrera (6.79), while Oviedo's best-rated player is Lucas Ahijado (6.74).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Espanyol have contributed 5 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Cabrera (3G). Oviedo's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Espanyol deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Oviedo's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Espanyol field 4 midfielders averaging 6.53, versus Oviedo's 4 rated 6.70. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Espanyol start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Oviedo averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 82% for Espanyol and 81% for Oviedo. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Espanyol's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Oviedo. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Espanyol's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: Javi Puado (27), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)), while Oviedo average 29.5 (youngest: Borja Sánchez (29), oldest: Lucas Ahijado (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Espanyol's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 8 for Oviedo. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Vicente Moreno
Substitutes
Coach: José Ángel Ziganda
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Espanyol have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Oviedo show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Espanyol vs Oviedo Head to Head Results
Espanyol and Oviedo have met 7 times — Espanyol won 4, Oviedo won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2020. Espanyol leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 14 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (9 for the home side, 5 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (29%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (14%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Espanyol are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–1 in 2024.
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