Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv Lineups, Preview, Prediction and Team News | UEFA Europa League, December 12, 2024
Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv Preview
- Competition: UEFA Europa League.
- Date: Thursday, December 12.
- Time: 8:00 PM GMT.
- Venue: Reale Arena.
Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv will be played at the Reale Arena in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday, December 12 as the 16th placed team will host the team at rock-bottom.
The hosts will enter this match on the back of a decent upturn in form. Having lost 1-0 to Athletic Club in LaLiga towards the end of November, they have since won four games on the bounce across competitions. In this run, they have conceded one goal in the defeat, but scored eight and conceded none in the four wins that followed. Having won 3-0 against Leganes in their last game, Real Sociedad will be confident for the next one as well.
The visitors, on the other hand, will enter this contest on the back of a mixed run of form. They have won two of their last five games across competitions, securing two draws as well. Dynamo Kyiv have also lost one of those games. In that span, they have scored eight goals and conceded four as well, as they search for stability in their results. They secured a commanding 3-0 win against Alexandria in their last match and will look to replicate that performance.
On that note, let’s take a look at the team news from both camps.
Real Sociedad Team News
Manager Imanol Alguacil will be pleased with his team’s comfortable win last time out. However, three injuries picked up in that game will be a cause of concern. The starting trio of Martin Zubimendi, Sergio Gomez and Aihen Munoz all picked up knocks in the last one and could be doubtful. They join the likes of Nayef Aguerd, Hamari Traore, and Benat Turrientes on the sidelines.
Dynamo Kyiv Team News
Manager Oleksandr Shovkovski fielded a strong lineup in his team’s 3-0 win in their last outing. Luckily for the manager and the squad, they did not pick up any fresh injuries or suspensions and do not have any prior ones to worry about either. Everyone will be available for selection.
Predicted Lineups
Real Sociedad Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Alex Remiro.
Defenders: Jon Aramburu, Igor Zubeldia, Nayef Aguerd, Javi Lopez.
Midfielders: Takefusa Kubo, Martin Zubimendi, Luka Sucic, Sergio Gomez.
Forwards: Brais Mendez, Mikel Oyarzabal.
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Dynamo Kyiv Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Heorhiy Bushchan.
Defenders: Oleksandr Tymchyk, Denys Popov, Taras Mykhavko, Kostiantyn Vivcharenko.
Midfielders: Volodymyr Brazhko, Vitaliy Buyalskyi, Mykola Mykhailenko.
Forwards: Nazar Voloshyn, Vladyslav Kabaiev, Vladyslav Vanat.
Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv Head-to-Head Record
These two teams have never faced each other in a friendly or a competitive match before in their histories. That means the upcoming Europa League match will be the first-ever meeting between Real Sociedad and Dynamo Kyiv.
Key Players to Watch
Takefusa Kubo (Real Sociedad)
The right midfielder has been crucial for his team for the last few seasons and has made a good impact this season as well. So far in the campaign, Kubo has registered one goal and one assist to his name and will look to make a bigger impact as the tournament progresses. A quick and agile player, Kubo will search for space in the box to try and score.
Volodymyr Brazhko (Dynamo Kyiv)
Brazhko will be in the spotlight for Dynamo Kyiv and has been their best player in the Europa League so far this season. He has assisted the team’s only goal so far in their campaign and will look to do more of the same in their remaining fixtures.
Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv Prediction
With nothing from the past to go by, the form guides of these two teams are the only determinants for the prediction. However, looking at Real Sociedad’s four consecutive clean sheets, coupled with the fact they are playing at home, they should comfortably defeat Dynamo Kyiv.
Prediction: Real Sociedad 2-0 Dynamo Kyiv
Where to watch Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | SonyLIV |
| Spain | Telefonica |
| Ukraine | Megogo |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When is Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv?
A. Real Sociedad will host Dynamo Kyiv at Reale Arena on Thursday, December 12 at 8:00 PM GMT.
Q. Where can you watch Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv for free?
A. Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the match for free.
Q. What is the predicted score for Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv?
A. Real Sociedad 2-0 Dynamo Kyiv.
Q. What is the recent head-to-head record for Real Sociedad vs Dynamo Kyiv?
A. These two teams have never faced-off in a competitive or friendly match before. This means the upcoming Europa League match will be the first-ever meeting between Real Sociedad and Dynamo Kyiv.