Real Sociedad vs Espanyol: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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29 Aug,19:00
2 - 1
Full Time
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Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 1
4
A. Barrenetxea
scored for Real Sociedad
17
B. Turrientes
was cautioned
22
U. Gonzalez de Zarate
was cautioned
45
R. Fernandez
scored for Espanyol
2nd Half2 - 1
61
O. Oskarsson
scored for Real Sociedad
75
M. Fernandez
was cautioned
82
R. Hinojo
was cautioned
88
R. Bauza
was cautioned
90+3
I. Zubeldia
was cautioned

On 29 August 2026, Real Sociedad face Espanyol at Anoeta with kickoff scheduled for . This Spain La Liga encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.

Real Sociedad prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Espanyol prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Recent Form

Real Sociedad

W L L

Espanyol

L L W

Real Sociedad have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.

Also, Espanyol have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.

Recent Form Home/Away

Real Sociedad (Home)

W

Espanyol (Away)

L
Real Sociedad's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

A clear home bias is evident in Espanyol's recent performances.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Real Sociedad

- - -

Espanyol

- - +

Real Sociedad are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

In contrast, Espanyol have experienced ups and downs in recent defensive performances. Concentration at the back will be key.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Real Sociedad (Home)

-

Espanyol (Away)

-
Real Sociedad's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Espanyol's defence is dramatically stronger at home compared to away matches.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Real Sociedad

+ + -

Espanyol

+ + +

Real Sociedad have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

In contrast, Espanyol have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Real Sociedad (Home)

+

Espanyol (Away)

+
Real Sociedad's fixtures are far more entertaining at home than away.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Espanyol.

Scoring Consistency

Real Sociedad

+ + -

Espanyol

+ + +

Real Sociedad usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.

In contrast, Espanyol have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Real Sociedad (Home)

+

Espanyol (Away)

+
Real Sociedad's scoring rate is significantly higher at home than away.

Espanyol's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Manuel Jesus Orellana Cid
Venue: Anoeta

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Video Content

1-0` Ander Barrenetxea 4
1-1` Roberto Fernandez 45
2-1` Orri Oskarsson 61

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.66
xG
0.71
51
Ball Posession (%)
49
5
Big Chances
1
2
Cautions
4
1
Expulsions
0
17
Shots
11
10
Shots on Goal
3
4
Shots Blocked
2
13
Shots inside Box
6
4
Shots outside Box
5
0
Hit Woodwork
0
19
Fouls
14
7
Corner Kicks
3
2
Saves
7
14
Free Kicks
19
0
Offsides
0
414
Passes Total
420
346
Passes Completed
314
102
Passes in the final 3rd Total
82
74
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
54
29
Touches in the Opposition Box
14
20
Tackles Total
17
12
Tackles Completed
11
18
Clearances
31
19
Crosses Total
11
2
Crosses Completed
5
7
Interceptions
8

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
A. Remiro
13
M. Dmitrovic
17
S. Gomez
21
R. Hinojo
31
J. Martin
14
U. Nunez
5
I. Zubeldia
16
V. Drkusic
2
J. Aramburu
23
O. El Hilali
7
A. Barrenetxea
8
E. Exposito
18
C. Soler
4
U. Gonzalez de Zarate
8
B. Turrientes
24
T. Dolan
24
L. Sucic
28
J. Hernandez
10
M. Oyarzabal
22
A. Calatrava
9
O. Oskarsson
9
R. Fernandez

Real Sociedad vs Espanyol H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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