Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Prediction and Match Preview

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Match Preview

Real Sociedad had an average start to the season as they drew 1-1 against Valencia in their first match. Their Japanese striker Takefusa Kubo scored the equalizer in the 60th minute to give the team a point. Although they didn’t have the perfect start they wanted, they can still build momentum as they now hold a run of six unbeaten games in all competitions.

Sociedad will host Espanyol in the second La Liga game on Sunday and the visitors had a strong start to this season. Espanyol defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 in their first match. Atletico Madrid were leading 1-0 at half-time but goals from Miguel Rubio in the 73rd minute and Pere Milla in the 84th minute sealed the win for Espanyol. This victory stretched Espanyol’s unbeaten streak to eight games, which is impressive.

However, Real Sociedad have a strong head-to-head record against Espanyol, winning the last five meetings in a row. Also, Sociedad have lost only once against Espanyol at home and are on a six-match winning streak right now. By the looks of it, we expect an exciting clash between these two unbeaten sides at Reale Arena on Sunday.

Who will win the match between Real Sociedad vs Espanyol?

The current home form of Sociedad is good. They are unbeaten in their last four games and this will be their first home match of the season. On the other hand, Espanyol also show good form away from home, staying unbeaten in their last five road games.

However, the recent head-to-head record favors Sociedad. At home, Sociedad are on a brilliant six-match winning run against Espanyol. Considering the home support and the H2H stats, we expect a strong result for the hosts at Reale Arena on Sunday.

How many goals can be expected?

The attack of both teams looks strong right now. Espanyol have scored 10 goals in their last seven away games, even though this run included four winless matches. Meanwhile, Sociedad have scored 10 goals in their last four home matches. Also, three of the last four head-to-head meetings at this venue produced many goals. So, we expect over 2.5 goals in this game.

Will Both Teams Score in the match?

Sociedad’s attack is very good at home but their defense has been shaky, conceding 4 goals in their last four home matches. Espanyol also keep scoring on the road, even in games they lost. So, both teams to score looks likely here. Also, three of the last four meetings at this stadium saw goals from both sides.

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Prediction

Real Sociedad will aim to start their home campaign with a win. All the above stats support them, especially the head-to-head record, as they have beaten Espanyol in their last six meetings at Reale Arena.

It is also worth noting that Real Sociedad won 2-1 in three of their last four matches against Espanyol at this venue. Espanyol also conceded 6 goals in their last three away defeats. With that, our main pick is Real Sociedad to win 2-1.

Sociedad have let in 4 goals in their past four home matches. On the other hand, Espanyol have scored 10 goals in their last seven away games, even though they were winless in four of them. So, both teams to score is also a strong pick here.

Peter Green- August 22, 2025

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Betting Tips

Correct score: Real Sociedad 2-1

OK

9.00 Odds

Both Teams to Score

OK

2.05 Odds