Real Madrid legend Raul named Real Oviedo manager

What the report says

Real Madrid great Raul has been appointed head coach of Real Oviedo, taking his first senior club management job, BBC Sport Football reported. The former striker has signed a deal running until June 2028 and replaces Julian Calero, who was dismissed on Monday after Oviedo slipped to ninth in Spain’s second division.

Raul, 49, arrives after six years in charge of Real Madrid’s reserve team, where he worked from 2019 to 2025. In a message shared by Oviedo on social media, he said his coaching approach is to respect the quality in the squad while demanding constant effort, and that the team should compete from the first minute to the last so supporters can be proud of them.

The appointment marks a major step in Raul’s post-playing career. During his time as a player, he became one of Real Madrid’s most decorated figures, winning the Champions League three times and six La Liga titles, while scoring 323 goals in 741 appearances for the club. He also played for Schalke, Al Sadd and New York Cosmos, and earned 102 caps for Spain. The move is significant because Oviedo are seeking to improve their position in the second tier with a high-profile figure in charge.