Osasuna earned a point after drawing 1-1 with Rayo Vallecano in matchday seven of LaLiga EA Sports. The Pamplona-based side, sitting 13th with seven points, took an early lead through Ante Budimir before the visitors levelled after the break.
Ante Budimir broke the deadlock in the 16th minute. The Croatian striker, the team's top scorer this season with four goals in six appearances, finished from a set-piece situation.
Sergio Camello rewrote the script after the restart. The Rayo Vallecano forward, assisted by Adrià Pedrosa, found the net in the 50th minute to secure the draw. Rayo dominated possession with 62 percent and created more chances, but the Navarrese defence, with 35 clearances, managed to contain most of the danger.
Cards and substitutions
The match had its share of disciplinary tension. Goalkeeper Sergio Herrera received a yellow card for Osasuna in the 77th and 78th minutes, while Jon Moncayola was also booked. For the visitors, Pathé Ciss and Alemão were cautioned. The Osasuna manager made several changes from the bench, including Raúl García for Unai Santos and the introductions of Iker Moro and Jesús Bretones.
With this result, Osasuna continues to add points gradually in its climb up the table. The team now has a record of one win, one draw and three losses in its last five outings. The next fixture is away to third-placed Real Betis after the international break.
The point keeps Osasuna four points clear of the relegation zone. The squad faces the next phase of the season without Aimar Oroz, Jorge Herrando and Moi Gómez, whose absences are felt in midfield creativity. For the latest squad updates, visit the injuries section. Budimir, with his fourth goal, confirms his status as the main attacking threat in a team that has scored five and conceded twelve. The trip to face Betis on October 11th is the next test.
First reported at La Vanguardia Deportes
