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Real Sociedad vs Villarreal Match Analysis
Match Preview
The 26th round of La Liga kicks off on Friday, February 23rd, with Real Sociedad hosting Villarreal at home.
Real Sociedad currently holds the sixth position in La Liga, having accumulated 40 points from 25 matches.
They are still in contention for European spots, with just a one-point lead over the seventh place.
Additionally, Sociedad is competing in the UEFA Champions League playoffs.
The team’s hopes of advancing to the quarterfinals took a hit after a disappointing 2-0 loss to PSG in the first leg of the Round of 16.
Their recent form has been mixed, with two defeats, two draws, and only one victory in their last five matches.
Villarreal, positioned 13th after 25 rounds with 26 points, sits mid-table.
They also participate in European competitions, starting their journey from the Round of 16 of the Europa League.
In their five previous matches, they have secured a single win and drawn four times.
Prediction: Real Sociedad 2-0 Villarreal
Villarreal has underperformed in recent weeks, winning only one of their last 10 matches in all competitions, while Real Sociedad has won 4 and drawn 3 matches in their last 10 games.
- Prediction: Sociedad to win
There’s a decent chance this match will end with under 2.5 goals, as seven of Real Sociedad’s last ten matches ended with under 2.5 goals, and five of Villarreal’s ten matches ended similarly.
- Betting Tip: Under 2.5 goals
Possible Starting Lineups
Real Sociedad: (4-3-3)
Remiro;
Pacheco, Zubeldia, Le Normand, Galan;
Mendez, Zubimendi, Merino;
Barrenetxea, A Silva, Zakharyan
Villarreal: (4-4-2)
Jorgensen;
Femenia, Albiol, Mosquera, A Moreno;
Akhomach, Comesana, Coquelin, Morales;
Guedes, G Moreno
