Raúl González Blanco has officially been appointed as the new manager of Real Oviedo, ending several months away from the dugout following his departure from Real Madrid in June 2025. The former Madrid captain has signed a contract with the Asturian club until June 30, 2028, marking a new chapter in his coaching career.

Raúl replaces Julián Calero, who was dismissed despite Real Oviedo's 2-1 victory over Cádiz at the Nuevo Mirandilla. The club has decided to make a change in the dugout as it looks to strengthen its promotion ambitions and return to LaLiga. The former Real Madrid striker takes charge of a team currently sitting ninth in the Segunda División, just one point outside the promotion places.

His first match is scheduled for next Saturday against Girona at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium. It will also mark Raúl's first major coaching challenge outside the Real Madrid structure, giving him the opportunity to lead a professional team with the immediate objective of fighting for promotion.

His appointment also carries a personal connection, as his son, Héctor González, plays for Real Oviedo Vetusta, the club's reserve team. After spending most of his career associated with Real Madrid, first as a player and later as a coach, Raúl now begins a new adventure in Spanish football.

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