First Half – Oviedo Shock Barcelona
The Estadio Carlos Tartiere came alive when Real Oviedo took a surprise lead in the 32nd minute. Alberto Reina pounced on a mistake from Barcelona goalkeeper Joan García, calmly finishing to make it 1-0.
Barcelona dominated possession, with Raphinha and Dani Olmo trying to create danger on the wings, but Oviedo defended deep and stayed compact. The home side looked sharp on the counter, especially through Hassan, who stretched Barça’s backline several times.
At halftime, the scoreboard read Oviedo 1 – 0 Barcelona, leaving fans stunned and excited.
Second Half – Barça Fightback
Coach Hansi Flick reacted quickly, bringing on Frenkie de Jong to add control in midfield. Barcelona pushed hard, and in the 55th minute, their pressure paid off. Eric García equalized after a scramble in the box, restoring hope for the visitors.
Despite enjoying nearly 77% possession, Barça couldn’t break down Oviedo’s defense further. Escandell, Oviedo’s goalkeeper, made key saves to keep the score level.
Key Stats
- Possession: Oviedo 22% – 77% Barcelona
- Shots: Oviedo 7 – 18 Barcelona
- Goals: Oviedo (Reina 32’) | Barcelona (Eric García 55’)
Final Whistle – A Point Each
The match ended Real Oviedo 1 – 1 Barcelona. For Oviedo, it was a heroic result and proof of their resilience against one of Europe’s giants. For Barcelona, it was another reminder that possession means little without clinical finishing.
Conclusion
Real Oviedo’s performance will be remembered as a moment of pride for their fans. Barcelona, meanwhile, must find sharper finishing if they want to keep pace in the La Liga title race.