Thrilling Stalemate in Girona: A 3-3 Draw Keeps Hope Alive for Both Sides
What was predicted to be a grim struggle for survival in La Liga turned into a dramatic showdown at the Estadio Municipal de Montilivi, where Girona and Oviedo played out a riveting 3-3 draw on October 25, 2025. As I pondered the stakes in my pre-match preview, I had anticipated a desperate contest where the winner would breathe life into their season. Little did I expect this afternoon to serve up such a rollercoaster of emotions instead.
Both teams came in clinging to the hope of avoiding relegation, occupying the bottom two spots in the table. With Girona sitting 20th with only six points and Oviedo just above them in 19th, a win seemed essential. The match saw its first turning point in the 38th minute when Federico Viñas converted a penalty for Oviedo, sending them into halftime with a 1-0 lead as they looked to inflict further pain on their hosts.
However, Girona came out strong in the second half, and the game quickly spiraled into chaos. Just 12 minutes after the restart, Salomón Rondón put Oviedo further ahead, making it 2-0, and for a moment, the visitors looked to be on their way to a crucial victory. But just as it seemed Girona's hopes were fading, the tide turned when Cristhian Stuani stepped up to score from the penalty spot in the 64th minute. The veteran striker, a pivotal figure in the Gironistes' campaign, provided a spark of belief for the home crowd.
As tensions mounted, Azzedine Ounahi leveled the score at 2-2 in the 83rd minute, igniting a celebratory roar reverberating through the stadium. The scene shifted again moments later as another penalty was awarded to Girona, and once again, Stuani showed his composure, striking true in the 90th minute to put Girona 3-2 ahead and with just seconds remaining, it appeared as though they had snatched a vital win.
But the drama was not done. In an astonishing finish, David Carmo equalized for Oviedo in stoppage time, ensuring the match ended in a 3-3 stalemate. For both sides, this draw perpetuates the grim reality of their league standing; they remain entrenched in the relegation zone with just six points each.
Despite the disappointment of not claiming victory, the match showcased resilience and fervor rarely seen in struggling teams. For Girona, the result marks a critical moment to build upon as they attempt to stir their season from the depths of despair, having shown they can claw back from setbacks. Meanwhile, Oviedo, though frustrated, will take solace in their ability to respond under pressure and snatch a point when it mattered most.
As the dust settles, the stakes have not changed. Both teams find themselves looking to harness this tumultuous encounter as a springboard for future matches. The fight for survival in La Liga is far from over, and as November approaches, every point will carry increased weight, making every moment on the pitch a fierce battle for dignity, pride, and survival in Spain's top division.