Elche vs Osasuna Prediction 13 February 2026
🔊 Will Pamplona's unbeaten run continue? The headline fixture of La Liga's 24th round features a clash between Elche and Osasuna at the “Manuel Martínez Valero.” The teams are in contrasting form-Elche, unexpectedly, find themselves in a deep slump, while Alessio Lisci's side are gradually adapting to their coach's ideas and displaying high-quality football. Bookmakers are factoring in the current conditions of both teams and predict a balanced match, with no clear favorite.
Head-to-Head
📊 It's worth noting that Osasuna have not lost to Elche in their last 10 head-to-head encounters. The last victory for the "Green Stripes" dates back to the 2015/16 Segunda Division campaign (2-1). In the first round of the current championship, neither team managed to secure a win at "El Sadar," ending in a 1-1 draw. On that occasion, Víctor Muñoz's goal was answered by Adrià Pedrosa. It's important to highlight that matches between these teams are not known for high-scoring affairs, with 5 of the last 6 meetings featuring no more than 2 goals.
Head-to-head statistics Elche - Osasuna
Elche CF Team Overview
🟢 Elche have been unable to secure a victory in their last seven matches across all competitions. This stretch marks perhaps the toughest period of the season for Eder Sarabia and his squad, making it challenging to maintain composure amid such a slump. Currently, the "Green Stripes" sit 15th in the La Liga standings, just two points clear of the relegation zone. It's worth noting the club's relatively high scoring rate from the city of Elche, averaging 1.35 goals per game, which ranks them seventh in the league. Additionally, their home performance has been solid, accumulating 20 points from 12 matches, also ranking seventh in the league.
⚪ In their last league outing, Elche fell short against Real Sociedad (1-3) on the road. This setback further highlighted that the game situation is slipping out of control. Even tactical adjustments from the coach have failed to deliver the expected impact for the "Green Stripes." Despite holding 66% possession in their previous match, Elche's play lacked sharpness and dynamism. Their possession was more sterile, with minimal ball progression. To substantiate these observations, one can look at the expected goals ratio: 2.64 to 1.28 in favor of the "Royals." The most prolific player for Elche this La Liga season remains Alfaro Rodriguez, with a tally of 5 goals and 4 assists in 20 appearances.
Match Results: Elche CF
Osasuna Team Overview
🔴 Over the last four rounds of La Liga, the "Reds" have secured three wins and a draw. These results indicate significant progress in their gameplay-Osasuna excel in transitional phases and adapt effectively to the strengths of various opponents. Moreover, they've scored at least twice in each of their last four matches, showcasing an unusually high scoring rate for the team from Pamplona. Currently, the "Reds" sit in 9th place on the league table, trailing the top six by just five points. However, their away form is a cause for concern, with only eight points collected from 12 games, ranking them 19th in the league for points lost on the road.
📌 Last weekend, Osasuna pulled off a victory in an away clash against Celta Vigo (2-1). Despite Celta's dominance, Osasuna's smart counter-attacking play was crucial. Consider the expected goals ratio: 2.39 to 0.67 in favor of Celta. Alessio Lisci's tactical approach doesn't rely on a fixed formation; instead, he analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of his opponents. In their recent match, the Italian tactician employed a 4-2-3-1 formation-an ideal setup for counter-attacking football. Osasuna's top scorer this La Liga season is Ante Budimir, with an impressive tally of 11 goals.
Match Results: Osasuna
Latest news
Elche CF
🎤 Ahead of their home clash with Osasuna, Elche's Portuguese striker André Silva spoke to the media: “I feel great both physically and mentally. I've worked hard to return as soon as possible, and now my focus is solely on helping the team. Scoring is always important, but the main thing is for the team to compete and continue to grow. We know it will be a tough match, but at the Manuel Martínez Valero, with our fans, we're a very competitive side. We need to maintain our identity and be brave. The team knows that results haven't come easily, but we're the same squad from the first matchday. It's only a matter of time before the victories come.” The forward showed great determination during his recovery process, and his return bolsters the team's commitment to competing at the highest level during this crucial stage of the season.
❌ Among the unavailable players for Elche are David Affengruber (suspension) and Héctor Fort (shoulder injury).
Osasuna
🎤 Osasuna's head coach Alessio Lisci shared his thoughts on his team's latest victory in the national championship: "I feel that everything is going well for us, and the results confirm that. It's crucial that when you're playing well, you also pick up points, because tough times and challenging stretches will return. Today was decisive as we begin a series of away matches. No away game in the top division is easy, and we also have very tough fixtures at home, so we must find balance. These three points are like gold for us. But we know we haven't achieved anything yet, because with the points we have, we're not safe. Therefore, we need to work harder than ever to keep this going."
❌ In the Pamplona club's injury list are Iker Benito (knee injury) and Flavien Boyomo (leg injury).
⚽ Goal Prediction
Elche have struggled to keep a clean sheet in their last seven matches, and the same can be said for Osasuna over an identical stretch. Notably, both teams have found the back of the net in their last five head-to-head encounters. Looking at the average number of goals scored per game this season, the "Green-Striped" team averages 1.3, while the "Reds" average 1.2. Our editorial choice is both teams to score.
🚩 Corner Prediction
It's telling that both clubs rank among the league's worst for average corners earned per game: the "Green-Striped" team with 3.5, and the "Reds" with 3.2. Both teams tend to play on the back foot, rarely utilizing high positions on the flanks. We doubt this approach will change significantly in their upcoming clash. With this in mind, we suggest the following bet: Elche's individual total corners under 5.5.
Editorial Prediction
Despite Osasuna's recent strong performances, we wouldn't expect them to maintain high consistency in the upcoming rounds. Alessio Lisci is still a relatively inexperienced coach and will face numerous challenges ahead. It's crucial to consider the dismal away form of the "Reds." Meanwhile, the "Green-Striped" team traditionally excels at the Manuel Martinez Valero Stadium. We anticipate a final score of 1-1, with the key bet being Elche to avoid defeat.
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