Real Sociedad vs Lyon Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
The upcoming meeting between Real Sociedad and Lyon takes place at Anoeta on 05 November 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Europe Europa League, League Stage. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Real Sociedad often look to limit space for opponents.
Lyon usually adopt an attacking approach.
Recent Form
Real Sociedad
DL
Lyon
WW
Real Sociedad are struggling badly and finding it hard to turn things around. This could start to affect confidence within the squad.
In contrast, Lyon have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
Recent Form Home/Away
Real Sociedad (Home)
L
Lyon (Away)
W
Real Sociedad's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Lyon form remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Real Sociedad
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Lyon
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Real Sociedad have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Similarly, Lyon have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Real Sociedad (Home)
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Lyon (Away)
-
There is little difference in Real Sociedad's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Lyon's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Real Sociedad
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Lyon
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Real Sociedad's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
In contrast, Lyon's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Real Sociedad (Home)
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Lyon (Away)
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Real Sociedad's fixtures are far more entertaining at home than away.
Lyon's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Real Sociedad
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Lyon
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Real Sociedad have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Likewise, Lyon show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Real Sociedad (Home)
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Lyon (Away)
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There is little difference in Real Sociedad's scoring output across venues.
Lyon's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average Real Sociedad scores 1 and concedes 2 goals in home matches, while Lyon averagely scores 2 and concedes 1 goals in away matches.
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Real Sociedad vs Lyon Video Content
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Real Sociedad vs Lyon Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average Real Sociedad scores after every 10.5 shots, while Lyon gets averagely 13 shots in a game.
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Real Sociedad vs Lyon Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Real Sociedad fielded the below lineup in the last match against St. Gilloise: Marrero; Gomez, Sarr, Martin, Zubeldia; Guedes, Herrera, Gorrotxategi, Ochieng; Oyarzabal, Sucic
In their last match against Crystal Palace starting lineup of Lyon was the following: Greif; Abner, Kluivert, Bacher, Athekame; Morton; Tolisso, Nartey; Merah; Nakamura, Nuamah
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