Real Oviedo vs Espanyol Predictions

• Real Oviedo have scored four in their eight league games
• Both teams have seen three of their last five games under 2.5 games.
• Espanyol have picked up just two points in their last four matches

Low scoring affair expected in Oviedo

Real Oviedo host Espanyol this Friday evening as La Liga heads into its ninth week. Scoring has been a major issue for the Oviedistas, who have managed just four goals in eight matches. They have picked up two wins so far, putting them 17th on six points, just one place above the relegation zone.

Espanyol made a bright start to the season, collecting 10 points from their first four matches, including a notable win over Atlético Madrid. However, they have dropped off massively in recent weeks, earning just two points from their last four games.

Matches involving both sides have tended to be low-scoring affairs, with three of their last five games seeing under 2.5 goals. Oviedo have scored only two goals at home, while Espanyol have managed the same away from home. A low-scoring contest looks likely here, and under 2.5 goals is worth backing.

The tide seems to be turning for both sides’ fortunes. Had this been played a few weeks ago, you’d have strongly fancied Espanyol to come away with three points. However, they’ve dipped in form recently, while Real Oviedo appear to be improving,  beating Valencia in their penultimate match and looking stronger even in defeat. Home advantage could be crucial here, and a single goal might be enough for Oviedo to claim all three points.