Huesca vs Osasuna: Cup clash of neighbours

Second-division side Huesca welcomes La Liga's Osasuna to Estadio El Alcoraz for a Copa del Rey round of 16 tie. Huesca aims to break a streak of consecutive exits at this stage, having lost at home in the previous two campaigns. Their recent league form shows improvement, securing a vital win last Friday to move clear of the relegation zone.

Osasuna enters the match following a league defeat to Barcelona, which highlighted their ongoing struggles in the top flight. Despite a mixed run of results across all competitions, they have navigated the early rounds of the Copa del Rey with victories. However, their away record this season has been a significant concern, with numerous defeats.

This fixture represents the first competitive meeting between Huesca and Osasuna in the Copa del Rey. Both teams have experienced narrow results in their recent league encounters. While Huesca shows a strong home record this season, Osasuna's superior pedigree in the cup competition might give them an edge in this closely contested match.