Real Sociedad is set to host Real Valladolid in a La Liga clash on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Reale Arena. This match pits a Real Sociedad side looking to end a six-game winless streak against a Real Valladolid team desperately fighting to escape the bottom of the table.
Real Sociedad, currently in 12th place in La Liga, has had a disappointing season despite the quality of their squad. With 10 wins, 5 draws, and 13 defeats, they are only two points ahead of Osasuna but just four points off Celta Vigo. Imanol Alguacil's team is nine points behind sixth-placed Real Betis, making European football unlikely. They will be without Ander Barrenetxea due to suspension, and several key players are out with injuries, including Brais Mendez, Sheraldo Becker, Arsen Zakharyan, Luka Sucic, and Jon Pacheco. Mikel Oyarzabal is expected to return to the starting lineup after scoring for Spain during the international break.
Real Valladolid, on the other hand, faces an uphill battle, sitting at the bottom of the division, 11 points from safety. Their campaign has been tough, with only 16 points from 28 matches. Goals have been a major issue, scoring only 18 times in their 28 matches, and they have the worst defensive record in the league, conceding 63 goals. Juanmi Latasa returns to the squad after suspension, but Andre Ferreira and Joseph Aidoo are still unavailable.
Real Sociedad's recent form in La Liga includes a mixed bag of results: W-L-W-L-L-D. Their overall form in all competitions shows a similar trend: L-L-D-L-L-D. Real Valladolid's La Liga form has been challenging as well, marked by consecutive losses: L-L-L-D-L-L.
Sports Mole predicts a tight match, anticipating a 1-0 victory for Real Sociedad. Fans can watch the game on various platforms, with detailed information on how to stream the match.