Real Sociedad vs. Mallorca Copa del Rey Match Analysis
The stage is set for an exhilarating clash as Real Sociedad prepares to host Mallorca in the second-leg match of the Copa del Rey semi-final.
With both teams eyeing a spot in the final, anticipation is high for a thrilling encounter at the San Sebastián stadium.
Match Preview
Real Sociedad started the season impressively but has recently dropped out of contention for a top 4 spot in La Liga.
Under Imanol Alguacil’s guidance, the team has only won one of their last seven matches across all competitions.
Over the weekend, they suffered a 1-3 defeat at home against Villarreal.
However, in the Copa del Rey, Real Sociedad has been performing exceptionally well.
They have eliminated modest opponents like Andratx, Malaga, Osasuna, and Celta, conceding just one goal throughout the tournament.
Mallorca currently sits in the 16th position in La Liga with 24 points.
They have a 7-point lead over the relegation zone, which eases concerns about their standing in Spanish football.
During the weekend, Javier Agirre’s team played to a 1-1 draw against Alaves.
In the previous round of the Copa del Rey, Mallorca achieved an impressive upset by defeating Girona 3-2.
Prediction: Real Sociedad 2-1 Mallorca
Real Sociedad’s recent form is a cause for concern, and Mallorca will look to take advantage of their struggles on Tuesday.
However, Real Sociedad still possesses quality players, and we predict that they will win 2-1 on the night, securing a 2-1 aggregate success and advancing to the final.
- Prediction: Sociedad Double Chance
In the final, they will face either Athletic Bilbao or Atletico Madrid.
Possible Lineups
Real Sociedad: (4-3-3)
Remiro;
Traore, Le Normand, Pacheco, Galan;
Mendez, Zubimendi, Merino;
Kubo, A Silva, Zakharyan
Mallorca: (5-3-2)
Rajkovic;
Gonzalez, Valjent, Nastasic, Copete, J Costa;
D Rodriguez, S Costa, Darder;
Larin, Muriqi
