Raúl González Appointed New Real Oviedo Head Coach

Raúl González Appointed Real Oviedo Manager Until 2028

Real Oviedo have appointed former Real Madrid legend Raúl González Blanco as their new head coach, giving him his first senior club management role.

The 49-year-old replaces Julián Calero, who was dismissed on Monday despite leading Oviedo to a 2–1 victory away to Cádiz in their most recent league match. Raúl has agreed to a contract running until June 2028.

Raúl arrives at Oviedo after spending several years within Real Madrid’s coaching structure. He worked with the club’s youth teams before taking charge of Real Madrid Castilla, where he spent six seasons and gained extensive experience developing young players.

His appointment represents a significant step in Raúl’s coaching career. As a player, he became one of Real Madrid’s greatest figures, making 741 appearances and scoring 323 goals for the Spanish giants. He also won three Champions League titles and six LaLiga championships during his illustrious career.

Raúl’s immediate objective will be to guide Oviedo’s promotion push. The club are currently competing in Spain’s second division, with their next match scheduled against Girona at the Carlos Tartiere on Saturday.

Speaking after his appointment, Raúl emphasised the importance of commitment and hard work, saying his team must fight from the first minute to the last so supporters can be proud of their performances.

The move gives one of Spanish football’s most recognisable figures his first opportunity to lead a senior professional side, with expectations high as he begins a new chapter at Real Oviedo.