🏟️0-2 at the Tartiere: Espanyol spoil Carrión’s return | OneFootball

Espanyol took all three points from the Carlos Tartiere by defeating Real Oviedo 0-2, spoiling Luis Carrión's return to the Asturian bench. Despite an evenly matched first half with chances for both teams, the Perico side showed greater firepower and effectiveness in the second half to secure the victory on Matchday 9 of LaLiga EA Sports.

Oviedo dominated possession (59%) and had a serious warning with a shot hitting the post by Alberto Reina after the break, but their lack of accuracy was their main downfall. Espanyol, more pragmatic, opened the scoring in the 70th minute with a goal by Kike García that was validated by VAR after review, sparking controversy. The goal was a blow to the spirits of the home team.

With the score against them, Oviedo pushed forward but encountered a well-organized defense and a secure Dmitrovic. The final blow came in the 82nd minute through Pere Milla, who struck into the top corner after an assist from Omar El Hilali.

The defeat leaves Oviedo still without a home victory this season, while Espanyol reasserts itself and returns to winning ways, demonstrating that their ambition lies in the upper part of the table. The result leaves a bittersweet taste for the Carbayona fans on the day of their coach's return.

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