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Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo Prediction – La Liga
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Here you find the best prediction for Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo in La Liga, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last matches, to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo
The best prediction for Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo in La Liga is over 2.5 goals. Given the home side’s current form and offensive capabilities, it’s expected that both teams will have numerous scoring opportunities. Notably, Celta Vigo has successfully seen “more than 2 goals” in 71% of their away matches, indicating a high likelihood of a high-scoring encounter.
The best prediction for Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)
Match preview: Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo
Real Sociedad and Celta Vigo meet at Anoeta Stadium for the 36th round of La Liga. Celta Vigo triumphed 2‑0 in their last home encounter during this league campaign on 21‑12‑2024. Historical head-to-heads at this stadium lean towards Real Sociedad, who has won 2, drawn 2, and lost 1 in their last 5 meetings here. However, their most recent match in La Liga on 19‑08-2023 ended in a 1‑1 draw, with Ander Barrenetxa scoring for Real Sociedad and Oscar Mingueza finding the net for Celta Vigo. It’s crucial to consider the home/away dynamics, as Real Sociedad currently sits 11th, while Celta Vigo is in 8th, yet they rank 14th at home and 17th as visitors.
Team analysis: Real Sociedad
The home side is placed 11th, accumulating 43 points from 12 wins, 7 draws, and 16 losses. Their last fixture resulted in a goalless draw at home against Athletic de Bilbao, while they lost 4-0 to Atletico Madrid prior to that. Real Sociedad has been inconsistent, displaying similar results both at home and away. In their last 10 home matches, they garnered 17 points, with a prevalent scoreline of 0-0 at half-time (7 occurrences). Defensively, they’ve struggled, conceding in 9 of their last 10 games. In total, they’ve faced the first goal in 17 out of 35 matches without managing any comebacks. In the recent 17 home encounters, they scored 6 of their 17 goals during the final minutes.
Real Sociedad approaches this match on a five-match winless streak following a 4-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid. The team typically employs a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Ander Barrenetxa, Mikel Oyarzabal, and Takefusa Kubo in attack. They often favour the right flank, exploiting Jon Aramburu’s overlapping runs. Notably, Arsen Zakharyan and Orri Oskarsson will miss out due to injury.
Team analysis: Celta Vigo
Currently 8th, the visitors have accrued 46 points from 14 victories, 7 draws, and 14 defeats. Their last outing ended in a 3-2 home win against Sevilla, following a 3-2 loss to Real Madrid in the previous match. Celta Vigo is notably stronger at home, with 33 points secured at their own ground compared to just 13 on the road. Their last 10 away matches yielded 2 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses, accumulating 9 points from a possible 30. Although conceding in 8 of their last 10 games, their attack has consistently found the net. Of 17 away matches in this competition, 12 ended with more than 2.5 goals scored. They have conceded first in 22 of 35 matches, managing to recover only 5 times.
Celta Vigo comes into this fixture off the back of a thrilling 3-2 victory against Sevilla, marking their second win in three league matches. Ilaix Moriba, Oscar Mingueza, and Borja Iglesias were the scorers. The visitors are likely to adopt a more defensive 4-3-3 strategy, aiming to avoid conceding first. The team’s midfield maestro, Ilaix Moriba, is pivotal in facilitating fluid play and creating goal-scoring opportunities. All players are available for selection ahead of this encounter.
The best prediction for Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (prediction for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)
