Real Madrid are in the kind of form that makes the rest of La Liga nervous. Nine straight wins in the league is a genuine possibility when they travel to face Osasuna on Saturday, February 21 at Estadio El Sadar. With Barcelona breathing down their necks just two points behind, this is not the time to slip up — and Los Blancos know it.
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Real Madrid vs Osasuna — Match Info
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Osasuna vs Real Madrid |
| Competition | La Liga — Gameweek 25 |
| Date & Time | February 21, 2026 — 5:30 PM |
| Venue | Estadio El Sadar, Pamplona |
| Real Madrid Position | 1st — 60 points (19W-3D-2L) |
| Osasuna Position | 10th — 30 points (8W-6D-10L) |
| Real Madrid Form | WWWWWW |
| Osasuna Form | LWWDWD |
| Prediction | Osasuna 1–2 Real Madrid |
The La Liga Title Race Stakes
This match means a lot more than just three points. Real Madrid currently sit two points clear of Barcelona at the top of La Liga — and every dropped point in the final stretch could hand the title to their rivals. Head coach Álvaro Arbeloa’s side also has one eye on next week’s Champions League second leg against Benfica after their 1-0 first-leg win in Portugal, but they cannot afford to rotate carelessly here.
Kylian Mbappé has been nothing short of sensational this season — 23 La Liga goals and 38 across all competitions. Real Madrid also boast the best defensive record in Spain’s top flight with just 19 goals conceded in 24 matches. They are, statistically, the best team in the country right now.
Can Osasuna Cause an Upset?
Don’t completely write off the hosts. Osasuna are in solid mid-table form — winning three and drawing two of their last five league matches — and they have been excellent at home, accumulating 21 points from 11 home games. Striker Ante Budimir (11 league goals this season) will lead the attack with his usual physicality and movement.
However, history is firmly against them. Osasuna have not beaten Real Madrid since January 2011, and they suffered a 1-0 defeat at the Bernabéu earlier this season. The only hope? Real Madrid are the slightly tireder side, coming off a European trip to Lisbon midweek.
Team News
Osasuna Absentees: Iker Benito (knee), Enzo Boyomo (muscle). Jon Moncayola could come in for Iker Munoz.
Real Madrid Absentees: Jude Bellingham (hamstring), Eder Militao (hamstring). Rodrygo is doubtful. Raul Asencio returns from suspension and is likely to partner Huijsen in central defence.
Real Madrid likely XI: Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras; Valverde, Tchouameni, Camavinga; Guler; Mbappé, Vinicius Jr.
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FAQs
Q1. When and where is the Real Madrid vs Osasuna La Liga match?
The match takes place at Estadio El Sadar in Pamplona on February 21, 2026 at 5:30 PM. Real Madrid will be aiming for their ninth consecutive La Liga win to extend their lead over Barcelona at the top of the table.
Q2. Who are the key injury concerns for Real Madrid vs Osasuna?
Real Madrid will be without Jude Bellingham and Eder Militao (both hamstring injuries), with Rodrygo also doubtful. Raul Asencio returns from suspension and is expected to start, while Mbappé and Vinicius Jr. are fit and lead the attack.
