Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid, Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 26/04/2024
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Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid, Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 26/04/2024

Kai Edvard Iliev Kai Edvard Iliev

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Real Sociedad vs Real MadridApril 26, 2024, 3:00 PM EDT
Real Sociedad odds+170
Real Madrid odds+170
Draw+235
Over\Under3 +110/-130

Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid. Shape of the Teams.

Anoeta Stadium, a name perhaps not widely recognized outside of Spain, holds a unique place in Spanish football. The cult favourite alongside San Mamés, the home of Athletic Club, is known for its electrifying atmosphere.

Real Madrid players know that visiting the Anoeta – just like Valencia’s Mestalla – is never a straightforward affair. The Anoeta can be a very tricky stadium for visiting teams, particularly when the weather conditions are not ideal. However, in late April, this seems unlikely for this clash.

Real Sociedad often starts their seasons strong, but the challenges mount significantly as the calendar flips to January. The club relies heavily on their youth academy, leading to a thinner squad depth compared to rivals with bigger budgets. Injuries often destroy the season, as highlighted by the recent plight of key player Mikel Oyarzabal.

Real Madrid remains the favourite in any matchup against Real Sociedad, who have struggled historically against top-tier teams – a trend referred to as the ‘Txirriurdin factor’.

If Real Sociedad wants to win this game, they will have to be accurate in their movement. In the opening twenty minutes, Real Sociedad often aggressively attacks but rarely scores, which underscores their primary weakness upfront.

Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid Match Info

Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid, Odds

The biggest absence on Real Sociedad’s side is Brais Mendez, who is out with an injury. Muñoz’s season-ending ACL injury is another challenge that Sociedad will have to deal with, given his crucial role in the backline. His replacement, Odriozola, has yet to effectively fill the gap left by Muñoz, altering the dynamic of the team’s season.

Real Sociedad, particularly at Anoeta, favours an intense, possession-oriented style of play. This approach, while seemingly obvious, is not commonly adopted by most teams, except for powerhouses like Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Atlético Madrid, who often intimidate others into more conservative strategies.

However, Real Sociedad’s main struggle lies in their execution in the final third. Despite often dominating the opposing defence, their forwards lack the precision needed to convert opportunities into goals, a problem exacerbated when up against formidable goalkeepers like Real Madrid’s inspired Lunin.

On the other side, Real Madrid is one of the most flexible teams in the world under Carlo Ancelotti. His strategy, which emphasizes player freedom, has been criticized for years. Despite this, Real Madrid could win the Champions League – again – while the title in La Liga seems only a matter of time.  

Real Madrid is riding high after a win in El Clásico against Barcelona. Under the guidance of Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid is expected to navigate the clash without any problems, eventually forcing the opponent to capitulate.

Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid Betting Tip

In high-stakes matches, the difference often hinges on moments of individual brilliance. If there is one man for Madrid who always delivers when it matters most, it has been Jude Bellingham. His immediate impact was felt from his debut, where he netted his first goal against Athletic Club under intense pressure, signalling his readiness for the big stage.

Additionally, games that are more about the compactness of the enemy block call for Bellingham and his omnipresence to solve what seems like an unsurmountable problem. The Englishman made headlines with his decisive performance in El Clásico, and we can expect the same for this match. 

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