Elche vs Osasuna Prediction and Betting Tips, scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026, at 20:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on ESPN and FuboTV from the Estadio Manuel Valero in Elche. A referee has not been officially assigned yet for this important LaLiga encounter.
Elche enters this match in 15th place, struggling for form with no wins in their last 5 outings. Meanwhile, Osasuna sits comfortably in 9th, riding a 4 game unbeaten streak. Both sides have shown a high tendency for goals, making LaLiga Predictions quite tricky this week.
Elche vs Osasuna Key Facts and Stats
Elche CF has managed only 2 points from their last 5 matches, highlighting a recent slump.
Both teams have scored in 70 percent of Elche’s fixtures throughout this current league season.
Osasuna remains unbeaten in their last 2 away games, showing resilience on the road lately.
The last 4 matches involving Osasuna have all ended with 3 or more goals scored.
Elche has successfully found the back of the net in their last 9 straight games.
Osasuna has picked up an impressive 10 points from their previous 5 league matches played.
Top 6 home attack averaging 1.82 goals scored per match
Disciplined defense allowing only 3.92 corners per game at home
Effective offensive volume with 13.33 shots created per match
High scoring style with 70 percent of matches ending in BTTS
/ Elche Weaknesses
Lowest points per game average away from home in LaLiga
Struggling home defense conceding 2.00 goals per game recently
Bottom 3 for corners won at home with only 3.92
League Position
9th
+ Osasuna Strengths
Top 4 defensive record away from home with 1.25 conceded
Best discipline in the league receiving only 2.08 cards per match
Strong scoring form with 10 goals in their last 5 fixtures
Impressive momentum currently on a 4 match unbeaten streak
/ Osasuna Weaknesses
Low offensive corner production away from home with only 2.83
Poor away standing rank based on average points per game
Match Preview
Eder Sarabia is feeling the heat right now. His Elche side has not tasted victory in their last 5 matches, which is a worrying trend. They rely heavily on the attacking duo of André Silva and Álvaro Rodríguez. Both players have managed 5 goals so far this season.
Defensively, things look quite shaky for the hosts. Missing David Affengruber through suspension is a massive blow to their stability. He currently averages 0.35 cards per 90 minutes. Without him, Elche might struggle to contain Osasuna’s efficient front line during quick transitions throughout the 90 minutes.
Despite their struggles, Elche remains a threat when moving forward. They have scored in 9 consecutive matches, showing they can find the net against anyone. They average 13.33 shots per match at home. If they can tighten up at the back, they might just survive this clash.
Osasuna is a different beast lately. Alessio Lisci has guided them to 3 wins in their last 5 games. Ante Budimir is clearly the star man, with 11 goals to his name already. He averages 0.58 goals per 90 minutes, making him a major betting interest.
The visitors are incredibly disciplined and hard to break down on the road. They concede only 1.25 goals per match away from home. Alejandro Catena is the defensive leader, though he must be careful as he has already picked up 10 cards this season during the campaign.
Tactically, Osasuna will likely look to exploit Elche’s defensive gaps. With 10 goals scored in their last 5 matches, their confidence is sky high. It is no wonder that LaLiga Predictions are leaning towards a positive result for the away side in this Friday night fixture.
Elche CF coach Eder Sarabia remains defiant ahead of the Osasuna clash, insisting his side has performed better than recent results suggest. Sarabia clarified his "bazookas and tanks" metaphor, emphasizing the competitive gap between Elche and established top-flight clubs. Despite three consecutive losses, the Basque manager focuses on defensive discipline and clinical energy to revitalize the squad and reconnect with the supporters at home.
A. Febas A. Pedrosa, M. Aguado, G. Villar, G. Valera
FW
Á. Rodriguez, A. Silva
OUT
H. Fort(OUT),
R. Mir(QUES),
Josan(OUT),
B. Sangare(OUT),
D. Affengruber(OUT)
Osasuna (4-2-3-1)
Alessio Lisci
GK
S. Herrera
DF
V. Rosier, A. Catena, J. Herrando, J. Galán
MF
R. García, L. Torró R. Moro, A. Oroz, V. Muñoz
FW
A. Budimir
OUT
F. Boyomo(OUT),
J. Moncayola(QUES),
I. Benito(OUT),
K. Barja(OUT)
Prediction
X2 @1.45
Osasuna comes into this fixture with significant momentum, having avoided defeat in their last 4 matches. Their defensive record on the road is impressive, as they rank 4th in the league for the fewest goals conceded away. With Ante Budimir in stellar form, having scored 11 goals, the visitors possess the clinical edge needed to secure at least a point against a struggling Elche.
Elche is currently enduring a difficult spell, failing to win any of their previous 5 games. They will be without the suspended David Affengruber, which weakens a defense that already concedes 2.00 goals per game at home. Given that Osasuna averages 1.25 points per match recently and Elche struggles to close out games, the X2 double chance offers a very high probability of success.
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FAQ – Elche vs Osasuna Prediction
Who is the favorite between Elche and Osasuna?
Osasuna is the form team heading into this match, but Elche is always dangerous at home, having scored in their last 9 straight games.
Where can I watch the Elche vs Osasuna live?
The Elche vs Osasuna LaLiga match will be broadcast live on ESPN and FuboTV in the USA.
What time does Elche vs Osasuna start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00(GMT) on Friday February 13, 2026.
Which players are missing for Elche?
Elche will be without David Affengruber due to suspension, while Rafa Mir is currently listed as a doubt for the match.
What is the recent form of Osasuna?
Osasuna is in excellent shape, having gone 4 games without a loss and winning 3 of their last 5 league fixtures.
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