La Liga returns this week with an exciting clash as Real Sociedad host Sevilla at the Estadio de Anoeta on Friday. Both teams are looking to assert themselves in the league and will be keen to claim three points.
Sevilla sit ninth in the La Liga standings and have struggled for consistency this season. They suffered a 3-1 defeat to Mallorca in their last league outing, making a strong response crucial.
Real Sociedad are currently 18th in the table and have had a difficult start to the campaign. La Real were held to a 1-1 draw by Celta Vigo in their previous match and will need to step up to challenge Sevilla at home.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Sevilla have a solid record against Real Sociedad, winning 18 of the last 44 encounters, compared to Real Sociedad’s 15 victories.
Real Sociedad are winless in their last three matches across all competitions.
La Real have scored in five of their last six La Liga games, failing only in a 1-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano.
Sevilla had been enjoying consecutive league wins before their recent 3-1 loss to Mallorca.
Prediction
Sevilla are the stronger and more consistent side heading into this encounter, while Real Sociedad have yet to find their best form this season. Expect Sevilla to assert dominance and secure the win.
Predicted Score: Real Sociedad 1-3 Sevilla