Leganes vs Real Oviedo predictions for this Liga Smartbank clash on Sunday at Butarque Stadium. A Leganes team in very bad form are looking to get out of the relegation zone, and to do so they will have to beat an Oviedo team that want to get closer to the play-offs. Read on for our free predictions and betting tips.
Leganes
Leganes come into this match after winning their first game after seven consecutive draws and losses, an alarming statistic for a team that in theory should be fighting for promotion.
Leganes are the third worst home side in the competition, having won just one match compared to three draws and three defeats. They are also, along with Real Zaragoza and Real Sociedad B, the lowest-scoring home team, having scored just five goals in seven games.
The arrival of the new coach, Mehdi Nafti, could be the change that Leganes need to get out of the hole they are in, and move up the table.
Real Oviedo
Real Oviedo come into this game in tenth position, but within sight of the play-off places, as they sit just five points behind. Oviedo, in recent seasons, have stood out for being a mid-table team that usually have no problems securing the stay for the next season, but struggling to have the necessary consistency to be at the very top.
As the away team, Oviedo have two wins, three draws, and two defeats. They have conceded seven goals and scored another seven. Their away games average two total goals per game.
Oviedo have now gone five games in a row without a win against Leganes, with one defeat and four defeats.
Leganes have the advantage of playing at home, and also the expertise of a new coach who has made them improve since their first game and who also stands out for his attacking style of play. That is why we think that Leganes are favourites to win this match.