Osasuna vs Espanyol predictions, May 17, 2026

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As Osasuna prepares to host RCD Espanyol on May 17, 2026, at their home ground, both teams find themselves in challenging spots based on their recent performances. Osasuna has managed to secure only a single victory from their last five matches, indicating a struggle to maintain consistent form. Meanwhile, RCD Espanyol has yet to find the winning touch in their recent outings, remaining winless in the same span.

Tactically, Osasuna will likely look to exploit their home advantage, hoping to leverage their crowd support to regain confidence. Their play style emphasizes strong defensive organization coupled with quick transitions, which could pose problems for Espanyol’s attack, particularly given the visitors’ current lack of scoring form.

The bookmakers have set the odds at 1.95 for a home win, reflecting a belief in Osasuna’s chances despite their recent difficulties. Our model predicts a 42.9% probability of a home victory, while Espanyol stands at 27.9% for an away win, with a 24% chance of a draw.

In summary, while Osasuna might enter the match favored by odds, both teams are under pressure to achieve better results. The outcome remains uncertain, making this matchup intriguing for bettors and fans alike.

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Osasuna 48.6%

Draw 27.2%

Espanyol 24.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.93	3.49	3.87
	1.95	3.45	3.95
	2.01	3.62	4.13	Watch and Bet
	1.91	3.4	3.8
	1.98	3.51	3.83

Latest Results

08.05.26 Levante UD – Osasuna – 3:2 02.05.26 Osasuna – FC Barcelona – 1:2 26.04.26 Osasuna – Sevilla FC – 2:1 21.04.26 Athletic Bilbao – Osasuna – 1:0 12.04.26 Osasuna – Real Betis – 1:1

09.05.26 Sevilla FC – RCD Espanyol – 2:1 03.05.26 RCD Espanyol – Real Madrid – 0:2 27.04.26 RCD Espanyol – Levante UD – 0:0 23.04.26 Rayo Vallecano – RCD Espanyol – 1:0 11.04.26 FC Barcelona – RCD Espanyol – 4:1

Facts

Two mid-table teams will face off this time (ranked 10 and 14).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Osasuna won 2.

Osasuna has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Espanyol has been on a rough run of results (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

Espanyol may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Osasuna is seen as the favorite.

In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Osasuna won 8 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 20:13. (average 1.2:0.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Osasuna won 5 matches, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 8:4. (average 1:0.5).

Latest Head To Head

31.08.25 RCD Espanyol – Osasuna – 1:0 18.05.25 Osasuna – RCD Espanyol – 2:0 14.12.24 RCD Espanyol – Osasuna – 0:0 04.02.23 RCD Espanyol – Osasuna – 1:1 20.10.22 Osasuna – RCD Espanyol – 1:0

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Barcelona ✔	35	30	1	4	91:31	60	91
2	Real Madrid ✔	35	24	5	6	70:33	37	77
3	Villarreal ✔	35	21	6	8	65:40	25	69
4	Atl. Madrid ✔	35	19	6	10	58:38	20	63
5	Betis	35	13	15	7	54:43	11	54
6	Celta Vigo	35	13	11	11	49:44	5	50
7	Getafe	35	13	6	16	28:36	-8	45
8	Real Sociedad	35	11	11	13	54:55	-1	44
9	Ath Bilbao	35	13	5	17	40:51	-11	44
10	Osasuna	35	11	9	15	42:45	-3	42
11	Rayo Vallecano	34	10	12	12	35:41	-6	42
12	Valencia	35	11	9	15	38:50	-12	42
13	Sevilla	35	11	7	17	43:56	-13	40
14	Espanyol	35	10	9	16	38:53	-15	39
15	Mallorca	35	10	9	16	43:52	-9	39
16	Elche	35	9	12	14	46:54	-8	39
17	Girona	34	9	11	14	36:51	-15	38
18	Alaves	35	9	10	16	41:54	-13	37
19	Levante	35	9	9	17	41:57	-16	36
20	Oviedo	35	6	11	18	26:54	-28	29

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