Real Sociedad will face Villarreal at Anoeta Stadium on Sunday in a highly anticipated La Liga matchup. This clash features two teams in solid form, each aiming for better positioning in the league.
Current Standings and Form
Real Sociedad sits in ninth place, having amassed 16 points from 13 matches. They have achieved four wins, four draws, and five losses. In their previous outings, they have seen an upturn in their performance, winning three of their last four La Liga games and remaining unbeaten recently.
- Recent League Results: LDWWDW
- Recent Form (All Competitions): DWWWDW
On the other hand, Villarreal holds third place with 29 points from the same number of matches. The Yellow Submarine boasts a record of nine wins, two draws, and two losses this season, placing them just three points behind league leaders Real Madrid.
- Recent League Results: LDWWWW
- Recent Form (All Competitions): WWLWWL
Match Preview
Real Sociedad recently celebrated a 3-1 victory over Osasuna and earlier triumphed in the Basque derby against Athletic Bilbao with a score of 3-2. However, they face significant injury challenges with several key players sidelined.
Injuries Impacting Team Lineup
- Real Sociedad Injuries:
- Orri Oskarsson
- Mikel Oyarzabal
- Yangel Herrera
- Jon Karrikaburu
- Inaki Ruperez
- Villarreal Injuries:
- Logan Costa
- Willy Kambwala
- Pau Cabanes
Villarreal’s form is impressive in La Liga, and they aim to continue their winning streak after a recent league victory against Mallorca. Despite a setback in the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund, they remain a strong contender in domestic competitions.
Predicted Lineups
| Real Sociedad | Villarreal |
|---|---|
| Remiro | Junior |
| Aramburu | Mourino |
| Caleta-Car | Veiga |
| Martin | Foyth |
| Gomez | Pedraza |
| Kubo | Pepe |
| Mendez | Partey |
| Gorrotxategi | Comesana |
| Soler | Moleiro |
| Barrenetxea | G Moreno |
| Guedes | Mikautadze |
Match Prediction
This encounter promises to be closely contested. Both teams come with strong momentum, and their recent performances suggest a thrilling battle. Our prediction leans towards a 1-1 draw, given both teams’ defensive capabilities and current forms.
