Real Madrid legend Raúl named Real Oviedo manager

Former Real Madrid star Raúl has assumed his inaugural managerial position, taking charge of Spanish second division club Real Oviedo on an external basis. The 49-year-old, who previously coached Real Madrid's reserves from 2019 to 2025, has committed to the role until June 2028. Raúl succeeds Julian Calero, who was dismissed by Oviedo on Monday, leaving the team in ninth place within Spain's second division.

In a video posted on Oviedo's social media, Raúl explained his approach to management: "My way of understanding football is with respecting the talent in the squad but asking for unconditional effort. The team must fight from the first minute to the last for victory, so the fans can be proud of them." Throughout his illustrious playing career, Raúl contributed to Real Madrid's success, winning three Champions League titles and six La Liga championships.

He also netted 323 goals in 741 appearances for the club before moving on to play for Schalke, Al Sadd in Qatar, and American side New York Cosmos. On the international stage, Raúl scored 44 goals in 102 games for the Spanish national team.