Analysis and prediction for Real Sociedad vs Espanyol: A missed opportunity for victory.

Latest team news for Real Sociedad vs Espanyol

Real Sociedad are likely to remain without Jon Gorrotxategi due to an ankle injury, but otherwise their squad is almost full. Mikel Oyarzabal will play as the lone striker, while Caleta-Carl could be given a starting opportunity after coming off the bench against Valencia. Kubo's future was a subject of speculation this summer, but he will stay and continue to play on the wing.

For Espanyol, Javi Hernandez is absent due to injury, but there are no other new injury concerns. Miguel Rubio – who scored after coming on as a substitute against Atletico – could be included in the starting lineup in the center of the defense. Pere Milla, who scored the winning goal, is also likely to start.

Captain Javi Puado remains Espanyol's most important player and will certainly be in the starting lineup at Anoeta Stadium on Sunday night.

Latest predicted lineups for Real Sociedad vs Espanyol

Real Sociedad:

Remiro; Aramburu, Zubeldia, Caleta-Car, Munoz; Kubo, Mendez, Turrientes, Marin, Barrenetxea; Oyarzabal

Espanyol:

Dmitrovic; El Hilali, Cabrera, Rubio, Romero; Terrats, Lozano, Exposito, Milla; Fernandez, Puado

Latest football match prediction: Real Sociedad vs Espanyol

Real Sociedad conceded a goal to Valencia in the 57th minute of their La Liga opening match, but just three minutes later Takefusa Kubo scored to equalize, ending the game with a 1-1 draw at Mestalla.

La Real endured a difficult 2024-25 season, finishing in 11th place – their lowest ranking since 2018 – meaning they did not qualify for European competition that season.

The Basque team is currently managed by Sergio Francisco, replacing Imanol Alguacil. Their goal is to compete for a top-six finish at the end of the season, despite a relatively quiet summer transfer window. So far, Sociedad has only signed two new players: Goncalo Guedes from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Duje Caleta-Car on loan from Lyon.

Nevertheless, Sociedad boasts an impressive record against Espanyol, having won all five of their most recent encounters in La Liga, including a 2-1 victory in the first leg of last season.

Espanyol haven't beaten Sociedad in La Liga since November 2021 – their only win in their last nine encounters, with eight defeats. In fact, the last time the two teams drew was in October 2017, indicating that recent head-to-head history doesn't favor the Catalan side.

However, Espanyol entered this match with high confidence after their 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid on the opening day of the season. Despite falling behind in the 37th minute, Miguel Rubio and Pere Milla shone, helping their team come back to win.

Last season, Espanyol finished 14th, but they were very active in the summer transfer market. Their most expensive signing was Roberto Fernandez, who arrived from Braga after a successful loan spell.

Latest Real Sociedad vs Espanyol score prediction

Based on the above football analysis, we and leading football websites worldwide have provided our predictions for the match.Real Sociedad vs Espanyolas follows:

• Sportsmole:Real Sociedad 2-1 Espanyol

• WhoScore:Real Sociedad 1-2 Espanyol
• Our newspaper predicts:Real Sociedad 2-2 Espanyol

When and where can I watch Real Sociedad vs Espanyol live?

To watch the Real Sociedad vs Espanyol match live in La Liga, taking place at 00:30 on August 25th, viewers can tune in to the following channels:K+ Sport,K+PMor online sports channels. We hope you enjoy watching football.