In a spellbinding return to top-flight for Real Oviedo, Real Madrid showcased their dominance with a commanding 3-0 victory at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere on August 24, 2025
In a spellbinding return to top-flight for Real Oviedo, Real Madrid showcased their dominance with a commanding 3-0 victory at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere on August 24, 2025 — their first official encounter since 2002.
This match marked Oviedo’s highly anticipated homecoming to La Liga after more than two decades. The atmosphere was electric as fans flocked to Carlos Tartiere — a modern multi-purpose stadium seating around 30,500. Real Madrid last played there in 2002 and hadn’t lost there since. Historically, Real Madrid have dominated the series, with Oviedo only securing 14 wins in 85 meetings.
The first half showcased Madrid’s control. Kylian Mbappé latched onto a precise pass from Arda Güler in the 37th minute, curling a low finish past the keeper to break the deadlock. Oviedo pushed back — Kwasi Sibo had a long-range shot that rattled the post — but Madrid’s defence held firm.
As the game wore on, Real Madrid retained composure. In the 83rd minute, Vinícius Jr. initiated a counter and slipped the ball to Mbappé, who netted his second with clinical ease. Mbappé nearly completed a hat-trick but was denied by a fine save from Oviedo’s keeper, Aarón Escandell.
Deep into stoppage time, Vinícius Jr. capped the match with a composed finish into the far corner, sealing the result.
Beyond the goals, Madrid’s control was evident in stats. Dean Huijsen stood out with 17 progressive passes and carries, 113 touches, seven recoveries, and high xT gain. In midfield, Aurélien Tchouaméni (93.4% pass accuracy) and Federico Valverde (100% long-ball accuracy and four key passes) orchestrated play.
Manager Xabi Alonso lauded Mbappé’s fitness, revealing he had regained four kilos after the World Cup, and praised the depth and balance in his squad — especially Vini’s impactful cameo and Mastantuono’s emergence.
This result underscores Madrid’s ramp-up under Alonso: a perfect two wins from two, with an emphatic statement made to their rivals. For Oviedo, despite the loss, returning to Primera División and hosting Madrid again signals a pivotal milestone in their journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Their previous top-flight clash occurred in 2002 — this was the first meeting in over two decades.
Kylian Mbappé: one in each half.
Vinícius Jr.: one in stoppage time
Notable performances included Mbappé (x2), Vinícius (goal + assist), Dean Huijsen, Tchouaméni, and Valverde for their control and creativity.
It was Oviedo’s first home fixture in La Liga since their recent promotion. Despite the defeat, hosting Real Madrid symbolized a major return to the top tier.
