1. Main Players Comparison
Osasuna
Core: Sergio Herrera (GK, 37 apps, 3330 mins), Catena (35 apps, 3077 mins, 1G, 3A), Boyomo (33 apps, 2988 mins, 2G).
Midfield: Lucas Torró (35 apps, 2966 mins, 3A), Moncayola (26 apps, 2113 mins).
Attack: Budimir (34+4 apps, 2966 mins, 21G, 4A), Aimar Oroz (35+2 apps, 2983 mins, 5G, 4A), Rubén García (30+6 apps, 2435 mins, 5G, 5A).
Output: ~31 goals, ~16 assists.
Stability: Heavy reliance on Budimir.
Valencia
Core: Mamardashvili (GK, 34 apps, 3060 mins), César Tárrega (34 apps, 3027 mins, 2G).
Midfield: Javi Guerra (31+5 apps, 2594 mins, 3G, 3A), Pepelu (18+16 apps, 1734 mins, 2G, 2A).
Attack: Hugo Duro (25+6 apps, 2173 mins, 11G, 2A), Diego López (35+3 apps, 2760 mins, 8G, 5A), Luis Rioja (33+3 apps, 2846 mins, 5G, 3A).
Output: ~29 goals, ~15 assists.
Stability: Balanced distribution of output.
Verdict: Valencia spread their scoring, Osasuna depend on Budimir.
2. New Players Comparison
Osasuna: Víctor Muñoz, Rosier, Ander Yoldi. Limited productivity, depth options.
Valencia: José Copete, Agirrezabala, Córdoba, Ugrinic. Mostly defensive additions.
Verdict: Neither side has high-output signings.
3. Substitutes Comparison
Osasuna: Raúl García (732 mins, 4G), Moi Gómez (780 mins), Kike Barja (312 mins, 1A). Totals: ~4 goals, 1 assist. Depth is thin.
Valencia: Dani Raba (1893 mins, 8G, 6A), Rafa Mir (745 mins, 1G, 2A), Dani Gómez (526 mins, 2G). Totals: ~11 goals, 8 assists. Stronger bench.
Verdict: Valencia’s substitutes are more productive.
4. Consolidated Quality Scorecard
Category | Osasuna | Valencia |
Main Players | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (31G, 16A, Budimir focal point) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (29G, 15A, spread attack) |
New Players | ⭐⭐ (defensive signings, no output) | ⭐⭐ (mostly defensive additions) |
Substitutes | ⭐⭐ (4G, 1A, limited impact) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (11G, 8A, strong bench) |
Overall Depth | Strong XI but thin bench | Balanced depth, impact subs |
Key Weakness | Reliance on Budimir | Injuries (Correia, Mari) |
5. Injuries & Suspensions
Osasuna:
- Abel Bretones: 20+15 apps, 2068 mins, 2A → suspended 3 matches (key LB).
- Iker Benito: 2 sub apps, 35 mins → foot injury (doubtful, low impact).
Valencia:
- Alberto Mari: 0 apps → muscle injury (return early September).
- Thierry Correia: 9+2 apps, 771 mins → cruciate ligament injury (back in training, not fit).
6. Predicted Outcome
Momentum & Depth: Valencia stronger with bench depth and multiple scorers.
Attacking Balance: Valencia spreads goals across Duro, Diego López, Rioja. Osasuna rely heavily on Budimir.
Defensive Solidity: Osasuna solid but Bretones suspended; Valencia missing Correia.
Likely Result: Valencia edge due to offensive variety and stronger substitutes.
Expected Scoreline: Osasuna 1 – 2 Valencia
