Real Sociedad will host Osasuna in an important La Liga clash on Sunday night, with both teams seeking to improve their standings. Currently, Real Sociedad sits in eighth place with 35 points, while Osasuna ranks 11th with 34 points. The match takes place at Reale Arena.
Match Preview: Real Sociedad vs Osasuna
Real Sociedad has recorded nine wins, eight draws, and ten losses in their 27 league matches this season. After a recent 3-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid, their consistency has been questioned. However, they have earned four points from their last three league matches and secured a spot in the Copa del Rey final.
At home, Real Sociedad has achieved six wins, three draws, and four losses in 13 matches this season. In contrast, Osasuna has struggled on the road, with only two victories from 14 away fixtures in La Liga.
Recent Encounters
- Real Sociedad has won their last three encounters against Osasuna.
- In their previous matchup earlier this season, Real Sociedad triumphed 3-1.
- Osasuna lost to Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey last 16 in January.
- Osasuna won 2-0 at Reale Arena against Real Sociedad in October 2024.
Osasuna recently played to a 2-2 draw against Mallorca and lost to Valencia in their latest away game. Despite these setbacks, they had notable wins, including a standout victory over Real Madrid in February. Osasuna currently sits just three points above 15th-placed Girona, emphasizing the competitive nature of La Liga.
Team News
Real Sociedad will miss key players such as Takefusa Kubo and Alvaro Odriozola due to injuries. Aihen Munoz and Inaki Ruperez are also doubts for the match. Mikel Oyarzabal and Goncalo Guedes are expected to return to strengthen their offense.
Osasuna faces injury concerns, with Iker Benito out due to a serious knee injury. Additionally, they will be without two attackers, Raul Garcia and Ruben Garcia, who are both suspended. Kike Barja may start after an impressive performance off the bench last match, while Ante Budimir, who has scored 13 goals this season, is likely to feature prominently.
Predicted Lineups
| Real Sociedad | Osasuna |
|---|---|
| Remiro | Herrera |
| Aramburu | Rosier |
| Martin | Catena |
| Caleta-Car | Herrando |
| Gomez | Galan |
| Marin | Moncayola |
| Herrera | Torro |
| Sucic | Barja |
| Soler | Oroz |
| Oyarzabal | Munoz |
| Guedes | Budimir |
Match Prediction
Considering the current form and recent matches, a draw is a likely outcome. Both teams are evenly matched, making it difficult to predict a winner. The last draw between them occurred in December 2023.
