La Liga Showdown: Real Sociedad Favoured to Overpower Alaves

Reale Arena in San Sebastián will host a La Liga clash on Wednesday, August 28th, as Real Sociedad aim to secure victory against Deportivo Alaves. The match, which kicks off at [time], will be broadcast live on Fubo.

Real Sociedad, currently sitting in 17th place with 3 points, will be looking to build on their recent form. They have recorded a total of 5 saves, boasting a save rate of 71.4%. While their goal differential currently sits at 0, with 2 goals scored and 2 conceded, they have averaged 1.50 points per match. Their attacking threat is highlighted by their 1.8 xG (expected goals) figure, while their xGA (expected goals against) stands at 2.7.

Alaves, on the other hand, occupy 14th place with 1 point. Despite boasting a similar save rate of 71.4% and a clean sheet percentage of 50%, their goal differential is at -1, having scored just 1 goal and conceded 2. Their xG is 1.8, placing them above Real Sociedad in terms of attacking potential.

In goal, Real Sociedad will be relying on Alejandro Remiro, who has a career save percentage of 74.1% and a 36.4% clean sheet rate. His 92 clean sheets in 253 starts highlight his consistency between the sticks. Alaves will field Antonio Sivera, whose career save percentage stands at 74.2% with a clean sheet percentage of 34.8%. His 31 shutouts in 91 starts demonstrate his ability to frustrate opposing attacks.

Real Sociedad's key attacking threat is Takefusa Kubo, who has 28 goals and 16 assists in his professional career. His impressive 0.23 G/90 (goals per 90 minutes) highlights his prolific scoring record. Alaves will look to Carlos Vicente to spearhead their attack, who has scored 6 goals and provided 8 assists in his career.

While both teams have shown glimpses of attacking prowess, Real Sociedad's stronger defensive record and overall experience suggest a potential advantage.

Expert Prediction:

Guy Bruhn predicts Real Sociedad to secure victory in this La Liga clash.

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