Osasuna hosts FC Barcelona on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at El Sadar Stadium in Pamplona. Kick-off is set for 21:00 CEST (19:00 UTC) in Matchday 34 of La Liga.
Barcelona enters the match top of the table and close to securing the La Liga title. A win here would move them another step closer as the season heads into its final stretch.
Osasuna sit 9th and remain in a stable position. Their focus is on finishing strong, especially at home, where they have been difficult to beat.
Barcelona comes into this game on a nine-match winning streak in the league. Osasuna, however, is unbeaten in its last 10 home league matches, creating a stark contrast in form.
Head-to-Head and Recent Meetings
Barcelona have dominated this fixture over time, winning 61 of the 100 meetings between the two sides. Osasuna have 20 wins, with 19 matches ending in draws.
In recent meetings, Barcelona has had the edge:
Last 10 meetings: Barcelona 8 wins
Osasuna 1 win
Draws: 1
The reverse fixture this season ended in a 2–0 win for Barcelona, with Raphinha scoring both goals.
Osasuna did record a notable 4–2 home win in September 2024, showing they can compete at El Sadar.
Osasuna will be without Víctor Muñoz and Iker Benito due to injury. Ante Budimir remains their main attacking option, especially at home.
Barcelona has key absences. Jules Koundé is suspended for this match. Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Andreas Christensen are also unavailable or still recovering, which could affect squad depth.
Osasuna vs Barcelona Results Today: First Half
The opening 45 minutes at El Sadar Stadium ended 0–0, with FC Barcelona controlling possession but struggling to break down a disciplined CA Osasuna side. Barcelona started on the front foot, moving the ball well and looking to feed Robert Lewandowski in the box, but Osasuna stayed compact and denied space in key areas.
The biggest moment came in the 24th minute when Gavi was booked for a late challenge while trying to stop a counter. Osasuna offered a threat on the break, with Ante Budimir using his strength to hold up play and bring teammates into attack.
In goal, Sergio Herrera dealt comfortably with long-range efforts, while Marc-André ter Stegen had little to do. Barcelona led in possession, but clear chances were limited.
Barcelona Edge Osasuna Late to Tighten Grip on La Liga Title Race
FC Barcelona secured a hard-fought 2–1 win over CA Osasuna at Estadio El Sadar, with all the key drama packed into a tense second half. The breakthrough finally came in the 81st minute when Robert Lewandowski rose to head home a precise cross from Marcus Rashford. Just five minutes later, Ferran Torres doubled the lead, finishing calmly after a quick counter-attack.
Osasuna refused to fold. Raúl García pulled one back in the 88th minute with a powerful header, setting up a nervy finish. But Barcelona held firm, with Pau Cubarsí leading a composed defensive effort in the closing moments.
The win pushes Barcelona to 88 points, maintaining an 11-point lead over Real Madrid. With only a few matches left, they are now within touching distance of the La Liga title.
Osasuna vs Barcelona Results Today: La Liga Live Score, Updates, Stats