Match Preview and Odds Analysis: Valencia vs Osasuna, 22:15 on 01/03/2026, La Liga

Preview of Valencia vs Osasuna, 22:15 on 01/03/2026. Predictions for the result, expected lineups, and expert analysis for the match between Valencia and Osasuna in round 26 of the Spanish La Liga 2025/26.

Match Preview: Valencia vs Osasuna

90-Minute Handicap: 0 : 1/4

Total Goals: 2 1/4

Valencia is enduring a turbulent season, currently submerged in 16th place in the standings. A 1-2 defeat to Villarreal in the previous round left "The Bats" stuck on 26 points, just 2 points above the relegation zone. However, the greatest asset for manager Carlos Corberan and his team is the fortress of Mestalla, where they have lost only 3 matches all season. With the urgent goal of survival, Valencia will undoubtedly pour all their effort into securing a favorable result before entering the intense final stretch.

In contrast to the hosts, Osasuna is experiencing its finest spell of the season. The stunning 2-1 victory over Real Madrid not only propelled them to 9th place with 33 points but also injected immense confidence in their race for a European spot (currently just 4 points behind the top 6). However, manager Alessio Lisci's squad has managed only 2 wins in their 13 away trips this season. The absence of playmaker Aimar Oroz due to suspension will also pose a significant challenge to the visitors' creative capabilities.

Head-to-head history at Mestalla often features tight contests (a 0-0 draw last season). With Valencia desperately needing points for survival and Osasuna riding high after defeating "Los Blancos," this match promises to be dramatic and full of back-and-forth action.

Team News for Valencia vs Osasuna

Valencia: Continue to be without Mouctar Diakhaby, Dimitri Foulquier, and Copete due to injury. Goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala and forward Lucas Beltran remain doubtful. Manager Corberan may implement changes in the attack, potentially starting Hugo Duro and Arnaut Danjuma from the outset.

Osasuna: A major loss with Aimar Oroz suspended. Iker Benito is out long-term, while Enzo Boyomo's fitness is uncertain. Raul Moro is the likely choice to fill the void left by Oroz, supporting in-form striker Ante Budimir.

Predicted Lineups for Valencia vs Osasuna

Valencia (4-2-3-1): Dimitrievski; Nunez, Comert, Tarrega, Gaya; Rodriguez, Ugrinic; Ramazani, Guerra, Danjuma; Duro.

Osasuna (4-2-3-1): Herrera; Rosier, Herrando, Catena, Galan; Torro, Moncayola; Moro, V Munoz, Ruben Garcia; Budimir.

Head-to-Head History and Form of Valencia vs Osasuna

Valencia's Recent Form:

23/02/26: Villarreal 2-1 Valencia (La Liga)

16/02/26: Levante 0-2 Valencia (La Liga)

09/02/26: Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid (La Liga)

05/02/26: Valencia 1-2 Ath Bilbao (Copa del Rey)

01/02/26: Betis 2-1 Valencia (La Liga)

Osasuna's Recent Form:

22/02/26: Osasuna 2-1 Real Madrid (La Liga)

14/02/26: Elche 0-0 Osasuna (La Liga)

07/02/26: Celta Vigo 1-2 Osasuna (La Liga)

31/01/26: Osasuna 2-2 Villarreal (La Liga)

24/01/26: Rayo Vallecano 1-3 Osasuna (La Liga)

Head-to-Head History: Valencia vs Osasuna

24/08/25: Osasuna 1-0 Valencia (La Liga)

03/03/25: Osasuna 3-3 Valencia (La Liga)

25/09/24: Valencia 0-0 Osasuna (La Liga)

16/04/24: Osasuna 0-1 Valencia (La Liga)

28/08/23: Valencia 1-2 Osasuna (La Liga)

Score Prediction: Valencia 2 - 2 Osasuna