Real Madrid Secure 1-0 Win at Oviedo to Stay Unbeaten in LaLiga

Oviedo, 24 August 2025 – Real Madrid kept their perfect start to the 2025–26 LaLiga season. They won 1-0 against newly promoted Real Oviedo at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere.

Kylian Mbappé broke the tie in the 54th minute. He took a quick counter-attack and drove a low shot past Oviedo’s goalkeeper, Aaron Escandell.

**Match Overview** Real Oviedo lined up in a 4–1–4–1 formation under manager José Ángel Zaldúa. They pushed hard for an equalizer late in the match. They took 12 shots and held the ball for long periods. Still, they could not get past Thibaut Courtois’ goal. The hosts built momentum from the wings, but Real Madrid’s defense, led by Antonio Rüdiger and Éder Militão, stayed strong.

Real Madrid fielded a 4–4–2, with Rodrygo partnering Mbappé up front. Franco Mastantuono and Aurelien Tchouaméni stood out in midfield. Meanwhile, Federico Valverde made his mark by covering a lot of ground on the right flank.

Key Statistics

• Shots: Oviedo 12 (3 on target) – Real Madrid 9 (5 on target)
• Possession: Oviedo 47% – Real Madrid 53%
• Corners: Oviedo 6 – Real Madrid 4
• Fouls: Oviedo 13 – Real Madrid 10

Xabi Alonso praised his team’s character after the match. He said, “We showed patience and discipline against a team fighting for every ball.” It wasn’t easy, but we found our moment through Mbappé’s quality.” Oviedo boss José Ángel Zaldúa lamented missed chances: “We created looks at goal but lacked the clinical touch. We’ll learn and build from this.”

Real Madrid moves to the top of the table with full points. Meanwhile, Real Oviedo stays in the relegation zone, hoping for their first league win next weekend.