👉 What is the recommended bet for Real Sociedad vs Barcelona?

The prediction and betting suggestion for Real Sociedad vs Barcelona, on January 18, 2026, according to the analysis provided, is: Handicap, Less than 2 goals ⇒ bet available at Bet365.

👉 In which stadium will Real Sociedad vs Barcelona be played?

Real Sociedad vs Barcelona on January 18, 2026, will take place in San Sebastián, Anoeta Stadium.

👉 What is the most voted bet for this match?

The most popular bet among tipsters for the Real Sociedad vs Barcelona game, for the "betting odds" market, was Barcelona's victory at Bet365 with 100% tips.

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Real Sociedad vs Barcelona Prediction – La Liga

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Check out the best predictions for Real Sociedad vs Barcelona

Here you will find the best prediction for Real Sociedad vs Barcelona in La Liga, along with the analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from previous games to provide the best prediction for this match between Real Sociedad and Barcelona.

Real Sociedad

January 18, 2026 – 20::00
La Liga
2025/2026
Regular season – Round 20

Barcelona

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Real Sociedad vs Barcelona

The best prediction for the match Real Sociedad vs Barcelona in La Liga is that both teams will score. It is expected that Barcelona will dominate the game; however, both teams are known for providing exciting encounters with plenty of goal opportunities. It’s important to note that both teams have struggled defensively lately. Hence, it is likely that both Barcelona and Real Sociedad will adopt a less cautious defensive approach, leaving their goals at constant risk.

Best prediction for Real Sociedad vs Barcelona

Handicap, Less than 2 goals

Match prediction for Real Sociedad vs Barcelona

The teams Real Sociedad and Barcelona play at the Anoeta Stadium in a match of the 20th round of La Liga. In the last encounter between these teams in this competition, on September 28, 2025, FC Barcelona won at home by (2-1). The history of direct encounters played at this stadium favors the visiting team, which has won 4 out of the last 5 matches and lost 1. However, in the last confrontation at this stadium, in a La Liga match on November 10, 2024, Real Sociedad managed to win, by (1-0). Sheraldo Becker (33′) scored the only goal of the game.

Analysis of Real Sociedad

The home team is currently in 11th place, with 21 points, after 5 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses. In their penultimate match, they drew at home against Atlético Madrid (1-1). In their last match, they won away at Getafe (2-1). The team comes into this meeting after winning at home against Osasuna (4-3) on penalties. In the league, Real Sociedad has gathered 11 points out of 27 possible, with 3 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses in their last 9 games at home. The team has not been very strong defensively, conceding goals in the last 10 matches, but their attack has been consistent, scoring in 9 of the last 10 games in this competition. At home, there is a tendency for goals, as 6 of their last 9 matches in the competition ended with more than 2.5 goals. In 19 games in this competition, they have conceded the first goal 12 times and have managed to turn the score around only once.

Real Sociedad enters this match after a victory on penalties against Osasuna in the Copa del Rey. In their last match in La Liga, the hosts won against Getafe (2-1). The home team usually plays in a 4-3-3 tactical system, emphasizing a more offensive style of play, attacking through the flanks. In this setup, the three players with more offensive duties are Mikel Oyarzabal, Gonçalo Guedes, and Takefusa Kubo. When they go on the attack, they typically utilize the right flank, taking advantage of the depth provided by full-back Jon Aramburu. All players are available for this match.

Confirmed lineup: Álex Remiro, Jon Martín, Duje Caleta-Car, Sergio Gómez, Jon Aramburu, Beñat Turrientes, Brais Méndez, Carlos Soler, Mikel Oyarzabal, Takefusa Kubo, Gonçalo Guedes.
Coach: I. Alguacil Barrenetxea.

Analysis of Barcelona

The visiting team is currently in 1st place, with 49 points, comprising 16 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. In their penultimate match, they won away at Villarreal (2-0). In their last match, they won away at Espanyol (2-0). In their most recent game, they triumphed over Racing Santander (2-0) in the Copa del Rey. In the last 10 away matches in the league, Barcelona has recorded 7 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, earning 22 points from 30 possible.

In this competition, they have won their last 4 away games. Their attack has been consistent, scoring in every one of their last 10 matches in this competition. There is a tendency for goals in their away matches in this competition, as 7 out of 10 have finished with more than 2.5 goals. In 19 matches in La Liga, they have conceded the first goal 8 times but managed to turn the score around in 6 cases.

Barcelona enters this match motivated by their victory of 2-0 at Santander Stadium in a Copa del Rey fixture. In their last La Liga match, the visitors defeated Espanyol (2-0). The visiting team may utilize a 4-3-3 tactical system, adopting a more offensive posture with the aim of scoring the first goal of the match. In this formation, the three players playing the most offensive roles are Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, and Lamine Yamal. The three players forming the midfield are Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, and Fermín López, with the latter responsible for driving his team’s offensive efforts. Gavi and Andreas Christensen are absent due to injuries.

Confirmed lineup: Joan García, Eric García, Pau Cubarsí, Alejandro Balde, Jules Koundé, Gerard Martín, Frenkie de Jong, Marcus Rashford, Ferran Torres, Lamine Yamal, Raphinha.
Coach: H. Flick.