Real Madrid wipes Osasuna 1-0


 Here’s the lowdown on Real Madrid vs. Osasuna:


Most Recent Match: August 19, 2025


Final Score: Real Madrid 1–0 Osasuna

Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal from the penalty spot in the 51st minute, after being fouled by Juan Cruz. He both drew and converted the penalty. 


Match Highlights & Context:

It was Xabi Alonso’s first league match in charge of Real Madrid. 

The win marked Madrid’s 17th consecutive unbeaten opening-day match since 2008. 

Franco Mastantuono, an 18-year-old debutant, impressed after coming on in the 68th minute. 

Abel Bretones was sent off for a late off-ball foul. 

Some commentary pointed out that Real Madrid performed poorly offensively and lacked tactical clarity. 


Historical Head-to-Head & Earlier Encounters

In the 2024–25 season, Real Madrid dropped points in Pamplona with a 1–1 draw. Mbappé opened the scoring, but Ante Budimir equalized from the penalty spot. Jude Bellingham was sent off during that match. 

Historically, Madrid had a strong streak over Osasuna, winning five straight matches between February 2023 and November 2024—including emphatic victories like 4–0 and 4–2 in La Liga, and a 2–1 Copa del Rey final win over Osasuna. 


Nexteting

According to the official 2025–26 La Liga schedule, Real Madrid will face Real Oviedo next on August 24, with the return leg against Osasuna scheduled for mid-February. 



Summary at a Glance

Category Details


Latest Match Real Madrid beat Osasuna 1–0 on August 19, 2025

Goal Scorer Kylian Mbappé (penalty, 51')

Notable Moments Xabi Alonso’s league debut, Mastantuono’s promising debut, Bretones sent off

Earlier Result (2024–25) 1–1 draw at Osasuna: Mbappé scored, Budimir equalized, Bellingham sent off

Historical Trend Madrid had won five in a row versus Osasuna before this match

Next Clash Scheduled for February 2026 in the return leg


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