Atlético Madrid will host Real Sociedad at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in a crucial La Liga clash on Saturday. Both teams enter this fixture off the back of goalless draws in their previous league outings. While Atlético Madrid failed to break down Alaves despite dominating possession, Real Sociedad struggled to capitalise on their chances against Athletic Bilbao in a Basque derby. Diego Simeone’s side sits third in the league standings and remains unbeaten in their last ten La Liga meetings against Real Sociedad, a run they will be keen to extend. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad, currently 11th in the league, have been inconsistent and will be looking to turn their form around in hopes of securing a European spot.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Team News
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Team News: Atlético Madrid are expected to line up in a 4-4-2 formation with key players such as Jan Oblak, Marcos Llorente, and Antoine Griezmann featuring prominently. However, they will be without Julián Alvarez, who is suspended following a yellow card accumulation against Alaves. Rodrigo Riquelme also misses out due to injury. Real Sociedad, under Imanol Alguacil, are facing significant injury concerns with Arsen Zakharyan, Igor Zubeldia, and Álvaro Odriozola all ruled out. They are expected to deploy a 4-3-3 formation with Mikel Oyarzabal leading the line alongside Takefusa Kubo and Sergio Gomez.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Betting Tips
Given Atlético Madrid’s strong home form, having won 12 of their 17 home matches this season and conceding just 14 goals, a home win appears likely. Real Sociedad, on the other hand, have lost 8 of their away matches and have struggled to find the net in 9 of their last 17 games against higher-ranked opponents. Consider backing Atlético Madrid to win to nil given their solid defensive record at home.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Match Prediction
With Atlético Madrid boasting an impressive record against Real Sociedad, including being unbeaten in their last ten meetings, a narrow win for the home side seems probable. Real Sociedad’s defensive frailties, coupled with Atlético’s recent ability to grind out results, our Atlético Madrid v Real Sociedad prediction suggest a win for the Colchoneros.
Match Prediction: Atlético Madrid to win.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Correct Score Tips & Prediction
Based on current form and head-to-head records, our Atlético Madrid v Real Sociedad score prediction is a 2-1 victory for Atlético Madrid. Despite Real Sociedad’s attacking threats, Atlético’s disciplined backline and home advantage should see them edge out their Basque rivals.
Correct Score Prediction: Atlético Madrid 2-1 Real Sociedad
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Over & Under Goals Betting Tips
Atlético Madrid’s recent home matches have been characterised by low-scoring affairs, with under 2.5 goals scored in seven of their last ten fixtures. Given Real Sociedad’s poor away record and Atlético’s defensive solidity, our Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad over/under goals prediction is to back under 2.5 goals.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 1.5 total goals & Genoa under 0.5 team goals
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Bet Builder Tip
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Bet Builder tip: A solid bet builder option for this fixture could involve selecting Atlético Madrid to win, under 2.5 goals, and Antoine Griezmann to score anytime. With Julián Alvarez suspended, Griezmann is likely to shoulder more attacking responsibility and has been in good form, netting 8 goals this season.
Bet Builder Tip: Atlético Madrid to win, under 2.5 goals, and Antoine Griezmann to score anytime.