Real Sociedad - Alaves

Regular Season - 19
Kickoff: 2024-01-02 17:15

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Real Sociedad - Alaves Predictions

Prediction: Real Sociedad or draw
Best odds: 1.14
Prediction: Under 3.5
Best odds: 1.22

As the mid-season tension builds in La Liga, all eyes turn to the upcoming clash at Reale Arena where Real Sociedad will host Alaves on a brisk Tuesday evening. With no clear predictions dominating the headlines, fans and pundits alike are left to speculate on the possible outcome of this encounter. Will the home advantage and superior form of Real Sociedad prevail, or can Alaves cause an upset away from home?

Key Players

Real Sociedad's hopes will be pinned on their attacking trio, each bringing a unique set of skills to the pitch. Carlos Fernández Luna, with a rating of 6.70, has been a significant presence up front. His ability to find the net, as evidenced by his 2 goals and 4 shots on target from 8 attempts, will be crucial. His contributions can be further explored on his profile.

Joining him in the attack is Umar Sadiq Mesbah, who boasts a 6.72 rating and has proven to be a persistent threat with 7 shots on target out of a total 21. His link-up play is not to be underestimated, with 2 assists to his name. Sadiq's performance details are available here.

Rounding out the attacking force is Ander Barrenetxea Muguruza. With a 6.74 rating, he has managed to outperform his striking partners in terms of goals, having found the back of the net 3 times. His 9 shots on target from 17 and 8 key passes highlight his precision and vision on the field. More on Ander can be found here.

Alaves, on the other hand, will look towards their own key players to inspire a positive result. Abderrahmane Rebbach, an attacker with a 6.73 rating, has shown glimpses of brilliance despite the team's struggles. With 3 shots on target and 11 key passes, he will be the one to watch for a potential breakthrough.

In defense, Aleksandar Sedlar has been a pillar with a 6.75 rating, contributing not just in defense with 402 passes but also in attack, scoring once. His defensive acumen will be pivotal in thwarting the hosts' offensive efforts.

Rubén Duarte Sánchez, another defender with an impressive 6.89 rating, has shown his versatility with 3 shots on target and 11 key passes, indicating his ability to contribute to both defensive solidity and offensive ventures.

Recent Form

Real Sociedad has been enjoying a relatively stable run of form, with their last five games yielding two wins, two draws, and a single defeat. This steady performance has landed them in the 6th spot on the league table, eyeing European qualification.

Alaves, sitting at 15th, has had a more turbulent journey with their last five outings resulting in two losses, a draw, and two wins. The inconsistency has kept them hovering above the relegation zone, and they'll be desperate to climb further away from danger.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides is not provided in the data, leaving recent form as the primary indicator for the upcoming match.

Prediction

While the predictions remain unspoken, the statistics suggest a favorable outcome for the home side. Real Sociedad, with their stronger league position and home advantage, are likely to exert dominance. Their key players, particularly Barrenetxea, Sadiq, and Fernández, are expected to lead the charge.

Alaves will not make it easy, with Rebbach, Sedlar, and Duarte standing in their way, but the challenge to upset Sociedad away from home is formidable.

Taking into account the form, the key player matchups, and the home-field advantage, the prediction leans towards a victory for Real Sociedad. The game could be tight, with chances at a premium, but the home side's quality in the final third might just be the deciding factor in this La Liga encounter.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

69%
31%

Attacking Potential

67%
33%

Defensive Potential

75%
25%

Poisson Distribution

81%
19%

Stregth H2H

93%
7%

Goals H2H

80%
20%

Wins the game

78%
23%

Real Sociedad - Alaves Head to Head

La Liga standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Real Madrid players, news and schedule Real Madrid 30 23 6 1 66 20 46 75
2 Barcelona players, news and schedule Barcelona 30 20 7 3 61 34 27 67
3 Girona players, news and schedule Girona 30 20 5 5 62 36 26 65
4 Athletic Club players, news and schedule Athletic Club 30 16 8 6 50 28 22 56
5 Atletico Madrid players, news and schedule Atletico Madrid 29 17 4 8 54 34 20 55
6 Real Sociedad players, news and schedule Real Sociedad 30 13 10 7 43 31 12 49
7 Real Betis players, news and schedule Real Betis 30 10 12 8 36 36 0 42
8 Valencia players, news and schedule Valencia 29 11 8 10 32 32 0 41
9 Osasuna players, news and schedule Osasuna 30 11 6 13 36 43 -7 39
10 Villarreal players, news and schedule Villarreal 29 10 8 11 47 51 -4 38
11 Getafe players, news and schedule Getafe 30 9 11 10 37 43 -6 38
12 Las Palmas players, news and schedule Las Palmas 30 10 7 13 29 33 -4 37
13 Alaves players, news and schedule Alaves 30 8 8 14 26 36 -10 32
14 Sevilla players, news and schedule Sevilla 30 7 10 13 37 44 -7 31
15 Mallorca players, news and schedule Mallorca 30 6 13 11 25 35 -10 31
16 Rayo Vallecano players, news and schedule Rayo Vallecano 30 6 12 12 25 38 -13 30
17 Celta Vigo players, news and schedule Celta Vigo 30 6 10 14 32 44 -12 28
18 Cadiz players, news and schedule Cadiz 30 4 13 13 21 40 -19 25
19 Granada CF players, news and schedule Granada CF 29 2 8 19 30 59 -29 14
20 Almeria players, news and schedule Almeria 30 1 10 19 28 60 -32 13