Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Real Sociedad vs Deportivo Alavés in the La Liga. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 13:00 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Real Sociedad vs Deportivo Alavés in the La Liga. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 13:00 BST match.
Match Details
- Fixture: Real Sociedad vs Deportivo Alavés
- Date: Saturday, 11 April 2026
- Kick-off: 13:00 BST
- Venue: Anoeta Stadium
Our predictions for Real Sociedad vs Deportivo Alavés
Match Prediction: Real Sociedad 2-1 Deportivo Alavés
Real Sociedad will be looking to build on their recent home victory against Levante, and with their attacking prowess, they might just have the edge. Mikel Oyarzabal will be key in breaking down Deportivo Alavés’s defence, especially with the support from Gonçalo Guedes and Carlos Soler in midfield. However, Alavés have shown they can be resilient, as seen in their recent draw against Osasuna, and they won’t be pushovers.Real Sociedad will be looking to build on their recent home victory against Levante, and with their attacking prowess, they might just have the edge. Mikel Oyarzabal will be key in breaking down Deportivo Alavés’s defence, especially with the support from Gonçalo Guedes and Carlos Soler in midfield. However, Alavés have shown they can be resilient, as seen in their recent draw against Osasuna, and they won’t be pushovers.
Deportivo Alavés will aim to exploit any defensive lapses from Real Sociedad, with Ibrahim Diabaté leading the charge. Their recent form suggests they can score goals, but their defence will need to be tighter to withstand Sociedad’s attacking threats. Expect a closely contested match with both sides having their moments.Deportivo Alavés will aim to exploit any defensive lapses from Real Sociedad, with Ibrahim Diabaté leading the charge. Their recent form suggests they can score goals, but their defence will need to be tighter to withstand Sociedad’s attacking threats. Expect a closely contested match with both sides having their moments.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have been a bit of a mixed bag recently, with three wins and two losses in their last five matches. Their recent 2-0 victory over Levante at home will have boosted their confidence, especially after a tough loss to Villarreal. The team seems to perform well at home, and they’ll be eager to maintain that momentum against Alavés.Real Sociedad have been a bit of a mixed bag recently, with three wins and two losses in their last five matches. Their recent 2-0 victory over Levante at home will have boosted their confidence, especially after a tough loss to Villarreal. The team seems to perform well at home, and they’ll be eager to maintain that momentum against Alavés.
Recent La Liga Results:
- Win: 2-0 vs Levante (H)
- Loss: 1-3 vs Villarreal (A)
- Win: 3-1 vs Osasuna (H)
- Loss: 2-3 vs Atlético Madrid (A)
- Win: 1-0 vs Mallorca (A)
Deportivo Alavés
Deportivo Alavés have had a rollercoaster of results, with a win, two draws, and two losses in their last five outings. Their thrilling 4-3 win against Celta de Vigo showcased their attacking capabilities, but defensive frailties were evident in their losses to Valencia and Levante. They’ll need to tighten up at the back if they want to take points from this fixture.Deportivo Alavés have had a rollercoaster of results, with a win, two draws, and two losses in their last five outings. Their thrilling 4-3 win against Celta de Vigo showcased their attacking capabilities, but defensive frailties were evident in their losses to Valencia and Levante. They’ll need to tighten up at the back if they want to take points from this fixture.
Recent La Liga Results:
- Draw: 2-2 vs Osasuna (H)
- Win: 4-3 vs Celta de Vigo (A)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Villarreal (H)
- Loss: 2-3 vs Valencia (A)
- Loss: 0-2 vs Levante (A)
Head-to-Head Record
The head-to-head record favours Deportivo Alavés, who have won three of the last five encounters against Real Sociedad. Their most recent meetings have been tight affairs, with Alavés edging out Sociedad by a single goal in the last two fixtures. Sociedad did manage a win back in March 2024, but they’ll need to overcome a recent trend of narrow defeats to turn the tide in this rivalry.The head-to-head record favours Deportivo Alavés, who have won three of the last five encounters against Real Sociedad. Their most recent meetings have been tight affairs, with Alavés edging out Sociedad by a single goal in the last two fixtures. Sociedad did manage a win back in March 2024, but they’ll need to overcome a recent trend of narrow defeats to turn the tide in this rivalry.
Recent La Liga Results
- Deportivo Alavés 1-0 Real Sociedad (06 Dec 2025)
- Deportivo Alavés 1-0 Real Sociedad (23 Apr 2025)
- Real Sociedad 1-2 Deportivo Alavés (28 Aug 2024)
- Deportivo Alavés 0-1 Real Sociedad (31 Mar 2024)
- Real Sociedad 1-1 Deportivo Alavés (02 Jan 2024)
Team News & Injury Report
Real Sociedad
- Yangel Herrera (Calf Injury)
Deportivo Alavés
- Carlos Protesoni (Muscle Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Real Sociedad (4-2-3-1)
- Predicted lineup: Remiro (GK), Aramburu (DF), Caleta-Car (DF), Gómez (DF), Martín (DF), Barrenetxea (MF), Turrientes (MF), Guedes (MF), Soler (MF), Sucic (MF), Oyarzabal (AT)Predicted lineup: Remiro (GK), Aramburu (DF), Caleta-Car (DF), Gómez (DF), Martín (DF), Barrenetxea (MF), Turrientes (MF), Guedes (MF), Soler (MF), Sucic (MF), Oyarzabal (AT)
Real Sociedad’s predicted 4-2-3-1 formation will likely focus on controlling the midfield with Barrenetxea and Turrientes providing stability. Oyarzabal will spearhead the attack, supported by the creative trio of Guedes, Soler, and Sucic, aiming to break down Alavés’s defence.Real Sociedad’s predicted 4-2-3-1 formation will likely focus on controlling the midfield with Barrenetxea and Turrientes providing stability. Oyarzabal will spearhead the attack, supported by the creative trio of Guedes, Soler, and Sucic, aiming to break down Alavés’s defence.
Deportivo Alavés (4-4-2)
- Predicted lineup: Sivera (GK), Enríquez (DF), Tenaglia (DF), Otto (DF), Parada (DF), Pérez (MF), Blanco (MF), Guridi (MF), Ibáñez (MF), Martínez (AT), Diabaté (AT)Predicted lineup: Sivera (GK), Enríquez (DF), Tenaglia (DF), Otto (DF), Parada (DF), Pérez (MF), Blanco (MF), Guridi (MF), Ibáñez (MF), Martínez (AT), Diabaté (AT)
Deportivo Alavés are expected to line up in a 4-4-2, with Martínez and Diabaté leading the line. The midfield quartet, including Guridi and Ibáñez, will be crucial in both supporting the attack and providing defensive cover against Sociedad’s dynamic midfield.Deportivo Alavés are expected to line up in a 4-4-2, with Martínez and Diabaté leading the line. The midfield quartet, including Guridi and Ibáñez, will be crucial in both supporting the attack and providing defensive cover against Sociedad’s dynamic midfield.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
- Oyarzabal vs Parada: Oyarzabal’s movement and finishing will test Parada’s defensive resolve throughout the match.Oyarzabal vs Parada: Oyarzabal’s movement and finishing will test Parada’s defensive resolve throughout the match.
- Guedes vs Guridi: Guedes’s creativity will clash with Guridi’s tenacity in a midfield battle that could dictate the game’s tempo.Guedes vs Guridi: Guedes’s creativity will clash with Guridi’s tenacity in a midfield battle that could dictate the game’s tempo.
- Barrenetxea (Real Sociedad): His ability to control the midfield and link play will be vital for Sociedad’s attacking transitions.Barrenetxea (Real Sociedad): His ability to control the midfield and link play will be vital for Sociedad’s attacking transitions.
- Diabaté (Deportivo Alavés): Diabaté’s pace and strength make him a constant threat on the counter-attack for Alavés.Diabaté (Deportivo Alavés): Diabaté’s pace and strength make him a constant threat on the counter-attack for Alavés.
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