Real Sociedad vs Leganés Predictions

Real Sociedad will host Leganés at Reale Arena on February 24, 2025, in a key La Liga matchup as Round 24 brings together two teams with contrasting trajectories. Real Sociedad, under Imanol Alguacil, sit 11th with 32 points from 23 matches as of February 23, 2025, aiming to capitalize on their recent Europa League success (5-2 vs. Midtjylland) to boost their league form at home. Leganés, managed by Borja Jiménez, are 16th with 25 points, fighting to avoid relegation after a gritty 3-3 draw against Alavés, and will look to defy their poor away record against a stronger opponent. Our expert prediction explores team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win Real Sociedad vs Leganés in this La Liga clash?

Team Form & Recent Performances

Real Sociedad

• 2024/25 Record (as of Feb 23): 9W, 5D, 9L (32 points, 11th in La Liga)

• Latest Result: 5-2 win vs. Midtjylland (Europa League, Feb 20, 2025)

• Home Form: 6W, 2D, 4L (20 goals scored, 13 conceded)
  Real Sociedad have experienced a mixed season, with 32 points from 23 matches as of February 23, 2025. Their recent 5-2 Europa League triumph over Midtjylland, featuring braces from Luka Sučić and goals from Brais Méndez, Mikel Oyarzabal, and Orri Óskarsson, marked a return to form after a 3-0 league loss to Real Betis (Feb 16, 2025). At home, they’ve averaged 1.67 goals per game and conceded 1.08, boasting four wins in their last six home games across all competitions, though their league consistency remains a concern.

Leganés

• 2024/25 Record (as of Feb 23): 6W, 7D, 10L (25 points, 16th in La Liga)

• Latest Result: 3-3 draw vs. Alavés (Feb 21, 2025)

• Away Form: 2W, 4D, 5L (11 goals scored, 18 conceded)
  Leganés have battled inconsistency since their promotion, sitting 16th with 25 points from 23 matches. Their recent 3-3 draw against Alavés, with Dani Raba scoring twice from penalties and Munir El Haddadi equalizing late, ended a three-game winless streak (0W, 1D, 2L), showing fight despite defensive lapses. On the road, they’ve averaged 1.00 goal scored and 1.64 conceded per game, with only one loss in their last five away league outings, suggesting resilience but vulnerability against stronger sides.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

• Overall Record: Real Sociedad 6W, Leganés 2W, 3D (11 meetings since 2016)

• Recent Meetings:

  • Sep 28, 2024: Leganés 0-0 Real Sociedad (La Liga)

  • Mar 2, 2024: Real Sociedad 3-2 Leganés (La Liga)

  • Jan 28, 2024: Leganés 1-0 Real Sociedad (La Liga)

• Key Trend: Real Sociedad have won 4 of their last 5 home games vs. Leganés; 3 of their last 5 H2Hs stayed under 2.5 goals.
  Real Sociedad have a strong historical edge at home against Leganés, with their last meeting at Reale Arena ending in a 3-2 victory in March 2024. Recent matches have been tight, averaging 2.2 goals per game in their last five encounters, with Leganés managing a 0-0 draw earlier this season but struggling to score consistently against Sociedad on the road.

Key Players to Watch

Real Sociedad

• Mikel Oyarzabal (FWD): 8 goals in 2024/25; Sociedad’s top scorer and captain.

• Brais Méndez (MID): 5 goals, 4 assists; key playmaker driving the attack.

• Álex Remiro (GK): 8 clean sheets; anchors a reliable defense.

Leganés

• Dani Raba (FWD): 7 goals in 2024/25; Leganés’ leading scorer and penalty specialist.

• Munir El Haddadi (FWD): 4 goals, 3 assists; experienced forward adding flair.

• Mateo Dmitrović (GK): 5 clean sheets; vital despite defensive woes.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

Real Sociedad’s possession-based 4-4-2 (1.39 goals per game) will test Leganés’ compact 3-4-3 (1.13 goals per game). Oyarzabal’s finishing and Méndez’s creativity could exploit Leganés’ leaky away defense (1.64 goals conceded per game), which has struggled this season. Leganés’ counterattacking style relies on Raba’s set-piece prowess and Munir’s flair, challenging Sociedad’s backline (1.13 goals conceded per game), though their defensive solidity has been key at home. Sociedad’s Luka Sučić (out, knee), Igor Zubeldia, and Sheraldo Becker (suspended) are absences, while Leganés’ Enric Franquesa (doubtful, injury) may affect lineups, with Sociedad’s 20,000-strong Reale Arena crowd adding intensity.

Prediction: Real Sociedad vs Leganés

Our Prediction: Both Team to score - Yes

Correct Score - Real Sociedad to Win 2-0