How does the story between Real Sociedad and Villareal unfold?

A story of competitive combat

Since 2003, Real Sociedad and Villarreal have faced each other 42 times. Villarreal had 19 wins, while Real Sociedad had 10 wins and 13 matches ended in a draw.

Results of the last 5 matches

• February 23, 2024: Real Sociedad 1 – 3 Villarreal
• December 9, 2023: Villarreal 0 – 3 Real Sociedad
• 18 mars 2023: Villarreal 2 – 1 Real Sociedad
• October 27, 2022: Real Sociedad 1 – 0 Villarreal
• May 15, 2022: Villarreal 1 – 2 Real Sociedad

Performance at Anoeta

In the last 24 matches played at Anoeta, Real Sociedad have won 5 times, drawn 8 times and suffered 11 defeats against Villarreal.

Anoeta: complicated territory for both

Despite playing at home, Real Sociedad struggled to impose their dominance at Anoeta against Villarreal. In 24 matches played there, the txuri-urdines have celebrated only 5 victories, while Villarreal have been victorious on 11 occasions. The ties, 8 in number, reflect the parity which characterizes this confrontation.

The stake: more than three points

Both teams approach this duel with clear objectives and particular pressures. Real Sociedad, eighth in the table with 25 points, seeks to move closer to European positions and break a streak of irregularities at home. On the other hand, Villarreal, fifth with 30 points, wants to maintain its privileged position in the fight for qualification for international competitions, in addition to continuing its good streak at Anoeta.

Outlook for the next meeting

Both teams come into the match with the intention of improving their position in the standings and continuing their fight for European places. Real Sociedad will look to take advantage of their home status to balance their recent history, while Villarreal will try to maintain their positive streak at Anoeta.

This matchup promises to be an exciting spectacle, with two teams that have historically delivered intense and competitive matches.