Osasuna’s Home Win: Budimir’s Brace Lifts El Sadar to 13 Points

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Osasuna opened a fresh chapter at El Sadar with a convincing 2-0 victory over Granada, a win that solidifies a strong run as the season progresses. The win, secured with a brace before Budimir, boosts the Navarra club’s climb in the standings, pushing them toward the mid-table with 13 points on the board.

Just 23 days after a controversial setback against Atlético Madrid, the Sadar crowd witnessed a resurgence. The stadium roared to life as Osasuna delivered a performance that signaled their readiness to compete in front of their home supporters and claim the campaign’s first three points on home soil.

Budimir did not have time to warm up, yet he opened the scoring with a clinically finished strike following a precise through ball from Chimy Ávila. The Croatian striker registered his third goal of the season, marking a meaningful milestone in his fourth year with Osasuna in Navarra.

One social spark captured the moment: a post from DAZN Spain highlighted the assist from Ávila and Budimir’s finish, recognizing the quality of the goal with a concise caption and a celebratory video clip. The moment became a talking point among fans and pundits alike, underscoring the fine form of the pair and Osasuna’s attacking intent.

Jagoba Arrasate’s plan was straightforward: pressure the opponent high and sprint toward André Ferreira’s goal. Sergio Herrera’s early intervention, a triple save inside the opening minute, set the tone for a match where Osasuna dictated tempo and intensity. Soon after, Boyé, Carreras, and Zaragoza found themselves on the wrong end of the tactical pressure as Osasuna pressed aggressively.

Bryan Zaragoza, a rising name in Spanish football, earned a yellow card for diving in the area during a moment of rapid reaction in front of goal. Yet the Red defense’s discipline and organization kept Granada at bay, denying a decisive breakthrough and maintaining the home side’s momentum.

As in the first half, Osasuna created several dangerous chances in the 12th minute of the second period. A VAR check resulted in a penalty awarded after a foul in the box; Budimir was brought down by André in the act of control. Zenica Swan extended Osasuna’s lead from the spot, doubling the advantage and reasserting the home team’s control of the match.

With the advantage, Osasuna settled into a calmer rhythm, reinforcing their structure and pressing from the wings. Juan Cruz entered the fold, with Peña shifting to the left to reinforce the flank and sustain the pressure while maintaining defensive solidity.

In a tough night for Granada in Pamplona, the weather did not help their cause. A cold, rainy setting amplified the atmosphere inside the Sadar as the home crowd continued to chant and encourage their team toward victory. Lucas Boyé, Osasuna’s Argentine forward, picked up a yellow card for an altercation in the 76th minute, as the visitors tried to mount a late response to the deficit.

Raúl García de Haro, a young striker for Osasuna, made his first appearance in the new kit, a moment many hoped would herald a breakthrough. The goal, however, was disallowed on review, preventing an additional scoreline flare as Osasuna secured their first win of the season at El Sadar and climbed to 13 points on the campaign.

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