Lenda of Real Madrid named Oviedo coach as club sits ninth

Chanting faded in Estadio Carlos Tartiere while Real Oviedo held a press conference on Monday (9).

The club announced that Real Madrid Lenda Raúl González would take charge as head coach for the Spanish second‑division season.

New era under Raúl González

González, the former striker, had been without a team since departing his role at Real Madrid Castilla. He signed a deal with Oviedo that runs until June 2028. Oviedo confirmed the exit of Julián Calero and his entire coaching staff. Calero, despite a contract through June 2027, was dismissed after only four months in charge.

Real Oviedo appoints Spanish legend Raúl González as assistant coach

The termination had been under discussion for several weeks and was finalised after Oviedo’s victory over Cádiz last weekend. The appointment of González was swayed by Jesús Martínez, president of Grupo Pachuca, which oversees the club’s management. The board said it values González’s profile, experience and football ideas.

Currently, Oviedo sit ninth in the league with 21 points from 13 matches. Their record comprises six wins, three draws and four defeats.