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Villarreal vs Real Sociedad Prediction – La Liga
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Here you will find the best prediction for VILLARREAL vs REAL SOCIEDAD in La Liga, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this clash between Villarreal and Real Sociedad.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Villarreal vs Real Sociedad
The best prediction for Villarreal vs Real Sociedad in La Liga is over 2.25 goals. Both teams are known for their attacking style of play, leading to numerous scoring opportunities. Their recent matches reflect a tendency to focus on offense, often ignoring defensive responsibilities. Thus, betting on “over 2.25 goals” in this match presents an enticing option.
Match preview: Villarreal vs Real Sociedad
Villarreal and Real Sociedad meet at Estadio de La Cerámica for Matchday 32 of La Liga. Real Sociedad secured a home victory against Villarreal (1-0) the last time they faced off in this edition on 13 January 2025. Historically, direct confrontations at this stadium favour the visitors, who have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 6 encounters here. In fact, their last meeting at this venue on 9 December 2023 ended with a 3-0 triumph for Real Sociedad, with Takefusa Kubo (45′), Martín Zubimendi (41′), and Mikel Merino (38′) netting the goals. Although this match features teams in 5th and 9th place overall, it is interesting to note that Villarreal ranks 12th in home matches while Real Sociedad is 9th away.
Team analysis: Villarreal
The home side currently sits in 5th place, having amassed 51 points from 14 wins, 9 draws, and 7 losses. In their previous match, they drew 0-0 against Athletic de Bilbao, and won their last outing 1-2 against Real Betis. This team’s performance tends to be stronger away from home, with 27 points earned on the road compared to 21 at their own ground, scoring 24 goals while conceding 19 away, and netting 29 goals but allowing 21 at home. In their last 10 league matches at home, Villarreal has achieved 3 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, collecting 14 points from a possible 30. Typically in their home games, they take the lead at halftime; the most common score at the break is 1-0. Defensively, they have leaked goals in 8 of their last 10 matches, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. However, their attack remains potent, scoring in 8 of those games. Notably, 10 of their 14 home league matches have concluded with over 2.5 goals. Villarreal has managed to overcome a first-half deficit in only 4 of 13 matches when conceding first in this competition.
Villarreal arrives at this match following a win against Real Betis, with goals scored by Thierno Barry and Ayoze Pérez. The team tends to operate in a 4-4-2 formation, favouring a controlled style of play that prefers to advance through the centre. Thierno Barry and Ayoze Pérez will spearhead their attack, with Dani Parejo orchestrating offensive plays from midfield. Unfortunately, Tajon Buchanan and Ilias Akhomach are unavailable due to injury.
Team analysis: Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad currently finds itself in 9th position with 41 points, resulting from 12 wins, 5 draws, and 14 losses. Their previous match ended in a 1-3 victory away at Las Palmas, followed by a disappointing 0-2 defeat at home to Mallorca. This team shows little disparity in performance relative to home or away games, having scored 17 goals and conceded 17 at home, while registering 13 goals scored versus 17 conceded on the road. In the last 10 league matches, they have secured 3 wins, 1 draw, and 6 losses, earning 10 points out of a possible 30. Defensively, they have conceded goals in 9 of their last 10 encounters in the competition, indicating a lack of defensive strength. Their away games have generally seen fewer goals, with 7 of their last 15 fixtures in the league concluding with under 1.5 goals. In 31 matches this season, they have conceded the first goal 14 times without ever managing to turn the scoreline in their favour. Notably, they scored 5 of their 13 goals within the last 15 minutes of their matches as visitors.
Real Sociedad enters this encounter looking to bounce back after their recent defeat against Mallorca. They usually set up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Ander Barrenetxea, Takefusa Kubo, and Mikel Oyarzabal forming the attacking trio. Their attacking plays predominantly come down the right flank, leveraging the runs of defender Jon Aramburu for added width. Missing from the squad for this match are Martín Zubimendi (suspended), along with Sheraldo Becker, Álvaro Odriozola, Igor Zubeldia, and Arsen Zakharyan, who are currently sidelined with injuries.
The best prediction for Villarreal vs Real Sociedad
More/less goals -> more than 2.25 goals
