Osasuna enjoyed a sensational 2022-23 campaign, as they achieved European qualification. However, they will be looking to continue that progression this term, beginning with an opening showdown against Celta Vigo on Sunday.
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Osasuna was one of the standout teams in Spain’s top-flight last season, as they achieved a memorable eighth-place finish in the standings. That result saw them gain qualification to the Europa Conference League. However, they will have their sights set on another productive season this term, as they look to break into the top six places in the La Liga standings.
Jagoba Arrasata remains the man in the dug out, and the club have done extremely well to keep hold of some of their star players. Not only that, but they have added to the squad with the free transfers of Alejandro Catena and Jose Arnaiz. Both will likely have a role to play as Osasuna battle on three fronts in 2023-24.
Last season was a huge disappointment for Celta Vigo, as they were battling for points at the wrong end of the standings throughout the campaign. Ultimately, they ended the campaign in a respective 13th, but that comfortable finish looked extremely unlikely at stages throughout the season. They won just eleven of their 38 matches last term, and they were limited at both ends of the field.
Unsurprisingly there has been a change in the dug out during the off-season, as they have brought in well-respected coach Rafael Benitez. Celta have also strengthened with the additions of Manu Sanchez and Jonathan Bamba, and there will be a huge amount expected from Benitez and this Celta side throughout the campaign.
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Head to Head
Osasuna remained unbeaten against Celta across both matches last term, which included a 2-1 win in this exact fixture. That win ended a two-match winning home streak for Celta in this fixture. However, Celta has lost just once in six home matches against Osasuna in La Liga.
Celta Vigo vs Osasuna Prediction
Osasuna will likely enjoy another reliable campaign. However, it will be interesting to see Celta in action this weekend, and we could see them being a potential dark horse in the race for a European spot. Therefore, we will be siding with them to land an opening day win.
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