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Osasuna performance concerns and player fitness updates

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Osasuna entered a critical period of reflection following inconsistent form, securing only seven points from their last nine possible matches. Concerns persist regarding offensive efficiency, as the squad holds the lowest number of shots per game in the championship and has scored half of its six goals via penalties. Logistical tensions with LaLiga continue regarding scheduling. The club has expressed frustration over an upcoming away match against Sevilla on October 26, scheduled for a Monday at 21:00. This follows a pattern of late-night Monday fixtures that the club previously labeled a ‘comparative grievance’ due to the travel difficulties they impose on supporters. Regarding squad fitness, the club has seen significant developments. While several players were previously sidelined, attackers Raúl Moro and Kike Barja have now recovered from muscular injuries, providing head coach Jagoba Arrasate with more tactical alternatives. Other players, including Aimar Oroz, Moi Gómez, and Valentin Rosier, had previously reintegrated or returned to training. Following a heavy 5-2 defeat against Real Betis, the team is now preparing for a match against Racing Santander at Estadio El Sadar on October 18, 2026. This fixture is viewed as a direct battle for league position, with Osasuna in 15th place and Racing Santander in 16th, both holding eight points. Arrasate has emphasized the necessity of defensive “solidity” and “good pressure” to improve a recent run of four losses in five matches. Despite defensive struggles, the club has maintained a relatively strong home record, having conceded only three goals in home matches to date. Following this fixture, Osasuna secured a 2-0 victory over Racing Santander, though they face continued injury concerns with Aimar Oroz, Jorge Herrando, and Romain del Castillo remaining in recovery.

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