Real Oviedo vs Barcelona – Full Match Summary & Key Takeaways
Date: 25 September 2025
Competition: La Liga 2025/26 – Matchday 6
Venue: Estadio Municipal Carlos Tartiere, Oviedo
Final Score: Real Oviedo 1 – 3 FC Barcelona
Match Summary
Barcelona secured an important away victory against Real Oviedo after a tough first half. Oviedo took the lead in the 33rd minute through Alberto Reina, following a mistake by Barça’s goalkeeper Joan García.
In the second half, Barcelona responded strongly. Eric García equalized in the 56th minute. Robert Lewandowski then came off the bench to score a decisive header in the 70th minute. Ronald Araujo sealed the result with another header from a corner in the 88th minute.
Barcelona dominated possession (around 80%) and showed maturity to come back and control the game until the final whistle.
Key Lessons from the Match
- Resilience: Barça showed strong mentality by turning the game around after trailing.
- Impact of Substitutes: Lewandowski’s entry was crucial, proving the strength of Barcelona’s bench.
- Defensive Stability: After conceding in the first half, the defense tightened and allowed no further goals.
- League Standings: With this win, Barcelona stay close behind Real Madrid, while Oviedo remain in the relegation zone.
Areas to Improve
Despite the victory, Barcelona must avoid slow starts and defensive mistakes. Joan García’s early error almost cost them the match. The team also needs quicker attacking transitions to make their possession more effective.
Impact on the Season
This result keeps Barcelona unbeaten and gives them confidence heading into upcoming fixtures. For Real Oviedo, the challenge will be to recover quickly and fight to stay in La Liga.
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