Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (July 28)
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Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Prediction, Odds & SGP Picks (July 28)

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Moneyline PickAston Villa (-115)
Player PropEmiliano Buendia to score anytime
Same Game ParlayAston Villa to win + Both teams to score + Over 2.5 goals
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Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Main Match Info

Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Moneyline Prediction

This will be Aston Villa’s third preseason match ahead of the 2026-27 season. They kicked things off with a comfortable 5-0 win over Walsall, but they were handed a tougher test against FC Porto, which they lost 2-1. The Villans will officially open the new season against PSG in the Super Cup on August 12.

As for Real Sociedad, they’ve already played three friendlies. They opened preseason with a 1-0 loss to Pau FC and a 1-1 draw against Racing Santander before securing a 2-1 win over Wolverhampton last weekend. La Real will begin their 2026-27 LaLiga campaign away at Real Betis on August 21.

Both clubs are expected to be without several key players. With few difference-makers available on either side, it’s hard to imagine either team dominating.

That said, Sociedad have struggled against lower-level opponents. The Villans appear to have the edge and should be able to come away with the win.

Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Player Prop

Buendia didn’t play against Porto, so he should be well rested and ready for this fixture. Given all the absences on Villa’s side, the Argentine playmaker could make the difference in this clash. He’s one of the few regulars who should suit up for the Villans, and with Real Sociedad far from being a stout defensive unit, he should step up and carry the team to victory.

Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Same Game Parlay

We’re backing Villa to win because they have the stronger squad and have also looked more convincing throughout preseason. That said, this is unlikely to be a walk in the park for Unai Emery’s men.

As is often the case in preseason friendlies, both clubs should approach the game with freedom, creating the conditions for an open, entertaining contest. With that in mind, we’re also expecting both teams to find the back of the net and the match to produce over 2.5 goals.

Villa’s last preseason encounter featured goals from each side, and the same has also happened in Sociedad’s last two friendlies, including their 2-1 win over Wolves. The Villans’ two games have also produced at least three goals.

Aston Villa vs Real Sociedad Team News

Aston Villa Team News 

Aston Villa have seen Morgan Rogers and Youri Tielemans depart for Chelsea and Manchester United, respectively.

The club have bolstered their squad with the arrivals of World Cup breakout star Johan Manzambi (Freiburg), Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea), and Joao Gomes (Wolverhampton Wanderers). Manager Unai Emery is expected to make further additions before the transfer window closes.

In the upcoming game, Villa are likely to be without Pau Torres, Alysson, and Tammy Abraham due to injury. Meanwhile, Buendia could return after missing the Porto match due to workload management.

Several players remain out following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including Emi Martinez, Ezri Konsa, Lucas Digne, Ollie Watkins, and Manzambi.

Real Sociedad Team News

Real Sociedad haven’t been very active during the transfer window. Their only signing so far is Kazunari Kita, who adds depth to a defensive line that’s without Alvaro Odriozola (knee) and has also seen the departure of Duje Caleta-Car.

While the club is expected to make a few more additions in the coming weeks, no other signings have been completed yet.


Odriozola remains the team’s only confirmed injury absentee. Take Kubo and Luka Sucic have returned from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but neither will be available here. Kubo’s fitness will be monitored after he sustained an injury during the tournament.

Star striker Mikel Oyarzabal is also out after winning the World Cup with Spain, where he scored five goals in eight matches.

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