Real Valladolid ended the contest without mustering a single shot on target. Julián Calero's Real Oviedo are proving themselves in the second tier as an awkward, well-drilled unit capable of punishing opponents with minimal fuss. Set-pieces—ever decisive in this division—proved the hosts' undoing as Carlos Domínguez and Dani Calvo both capitalised. In the 56th minute, Pablo Sáenz added a third to put the result beyond doubt with more than half an hour remaining. It leaves a dire situation for Fran Escribá, who has managed just one win from five matches.

Real Valladolid: Far too timid on home turf. Pucela struggled to fashion clear-cut chances and grew increasingly frustrated against an unhurried, impeccably organised opponent. Oviedo's goals sapped all spirit from the home support on a sweltering afternoon in Valladolid. Tellingly, they failed to get the best out of Luis Chacón, a player upon whom they appear heavily reliant in these opening fixtures.

Real Oviedo: Calero has instilled a crystal-clear philosophy that flourishes in games like this. Oviedo wrapped up the points without Aarón Escandell having to make a single save—always a reassuring metric. Clinical set-piece execution provided the platform, showcasing just how tough it will be to breach this resolute backline. Meanwhile, the red-hot Pablo Sáenz continued his fine streak by finding the net once again.

01 Jul2026	Granada	Real Oviedo	Carta Libertad
30 Jun2025	Albacete	Granada	Fin de cesión
02 Feb2025	Granada	Albacete	Cesión
31 Jul2023	CD Calahorra	Recreativo Granada	Carta Libertad
05 Jan2023	CD Alfaro	CD Calahorra	Carta Libertad
01 Jul2022	CD Calahorra B	CD Alfaro	Carta Libertad
01 Jul2020	CD Calahorra U19	CD Calahorra B	Traspaso

Pablo Sáenz

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