Osasuna Snatch Late Victory at Celta Vigo Despite Being Outshot 18-8

In a tightly contested La Liga clash, Osasuna emerged victorious over Celta Vigo with a 2-1 comeback win. The away side may have been outshot 18-8, with Celta Vigo dominating possession 57% to 43%, but they maximized their limited opportunities to steal all three points.

Osasuna's game plan revolved around compact defending and clinical counterattacking. They allowed Celta Vigo to control the ball, content to sit back and soak up pressure. This defensive discipline paid off in the 35th minute when Ante Budimir put the visitors ahead against the run of play, converting a clinical finish from Rubén García's assist.

Celta Vigo's possession-based approach created numerous chances, as evidenced by their 12 shots in the box compared to Osasuna's 6. However, the home side lacked clinical finishing, as reflected by their expected goals of 2.16 versus Osasuna's 0.66. Borja Iglesias' converted penalty in the 53rd minute was their only goal despite outshooting the opposition.

The tactical turning point came in the 79th minute when Rubén García scored the winner for Osasuna. With Celta Vigo pushing men forward in search of an equalizer, Osasuna caught them on the break, executing a swift counterattack capped off by García's composed finish. This ability to capitalize on transitional moments proved the decisive factor in Osasuna's victory.