Real Oviedo secured a hard-fought 2-1 away victory over AD Ceuta in the Spanish Segunda Division on 18 October 2026, coming from behind to claim three important points. The visitors grew stronger as the match progressed and found the winning goal in the final ten minutes.

Match overview

AD Ceuta began with real energy and took the lead in the 27th minute when Dani Romera converted from close range after a scramble inside the box. The home side used the crowd well, pressing high and forcing Oviedo into several early mistakes. However, Oviedo gradually stabilised and began to find space in wide areas as Ceuta’s initial intensity dropped.

The equaliser arrived nine minutes into the second half. Borja Bastón held the ball up on the edge of the area before laying it off for a teammate, and the resulting shot was steered into the bottom corner. Oviedo then controlled much of the remaining play and found the winner 81 minutes in through a well-timed run into the penalty area.

Key moments

• 27th minute: Dani Romera gives AD Ceuta the lead after a goalmouth scramble.
• 54th minute: Real Oviedo equalise with a composed finish from the edge of the box.
• 81st minute: Oviedo score the winning goal after a penetrating run and low cross.
• 90th minute: Ceuta push forward late, but Oviedo defend their box with composure.

Tactical story

Ceuta’s early approach was built on aggressive pressing and quick attacks down the flanks, and it worked well for the first half-hour. Oviedo responded by shortening their passes and using the midfield to draw Ceuta out of position. Once the visitors settled into that rhythm, they were able to progress the ball more reliably and create chances in the final third.

In the second half, Oviedo’s manager adjusted the midfield shape to close the central spaces that Ceuta had exploited early on. That change limited Ceuta’s counter-attacking opportunities and allowed Oviedo to sustain pressure. The winning goal came from exactly the kind of patient build-up the visitors had been developing throughout the second period.

Standout players

Borja Bastón’s hold-up play was central to Oviedo’s comeback, while the midfield runner who scored the winner showed excellent timing and composure. For AD Ceuta, Dani Romera was sharp in the box and remained a threat, but the home side could not maintain their early intensity for the full 90 minutes.

Season impact

The result is a valuable away win for Real Oviedo in the Spanish Segunda Division, strengthening their position in the promotion conversation. AD Ceuta will be disappointed to lose after taking the lead, but their first-half performance offered positives. Both sides now turn to demanding fixtures with plenty still to play for.