Real Sociedad has had a disappointing start to the season, collecting only 2 draws and 1 loss in the first three league rounds. Their attack has been inefficient, and defensive vulnerabilities have also been exposed. Reviewing their last 10 matches across all competitions, the team has recorded 3 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, indicating a low win rate and a high number of draws.
In terms of squad, Real Sociedad’s main players are largely available, including goalkeeper Remiro, defenders Arambarri, Svedia, and Caleta-Car, while the forward line is led by Takefusa Kubo and Oyarzabal. No major injuries are reported. However, the team’s attack relies heavily on Kubo and Oyarzabal, with overall creativity and chance conversion being relatively average. While Real Sociedad shows some advantage at home, facing a strong team like Real Madrid will pose significant challenges.
Real Madrid, on the other hand, has continued their strong start this season, winning all three league matches, scoring 7 goals and conceding only 1, demonstrating high efficiency in both attack and defense. In their last 10 matches across all competitions, Real Madrid has achieved 8 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, reflecting excellent form. Their squad is also fully equipped, with key players such as Courtois, Militão, Valverde, Vinícius, and Mbappé available, and no major injury concerns. Real Madrid’s attack is multi-faceted, with the pace and impact of Mbappé and Vinícius being particularly threatening. Midfielders Valverde and Tchouaméni provide excellent control, while the defense remains solid. The team’s away performance is also strong, particularly against mid- to lower-table opponents.
In the past year, the two sides have met four times, with Real Madrid holding a dominant 3-1 record. The most recent encounter in May 2025 saw Real Madrid secure a 2-0 home victory. Historically, Madrid has consistently outperformed Sociedad at both home and away fixtures.
Considering Real Sociedad’s current poor form and attacking struggles, and Real Madrid’s full-strength squad, excellent form, and historical psychological advantage, Real Madrid is favored to secure an away victory in this match.
Prediction: Real Madrid to win
