Valencia vs Real Sociedad Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | La Liga, January 19, 2025
Valencia vs Real Sociedad Preview
- Tournament: La Liga
- Date: Sunday, January 19
- Kick-off Time: 3:15 pm GMT
- Venue: Estadio de Mestella, Spain
Valencia has been going through a tough phase with things not working in their favour. Amidst the crisis, the team is set to host Real Sociedad in the 20th round of La Liga at the Mestella on Sunday. They come into this game after securing the quarter-final berth in the Copa Del Rey. In the cup competition, they defeated Ourense CF with a score line of 2-0 courtesy of an own goal from Fran Carmona and a right-footed shot from Umar Sadiq. In the league, they have been poor sitting at the bottom of the league with 13 points from 19 games. The La Rojas are currently ranked seventh with 28 points, which include eight wins, seven losses, and four draws.
In the league, they have not secured a win in the last seven games as their last victory came against Real Betis in November, last year. In December, they parted ways with Ruben Braja and signed West Bromwich Albion’s manager Carlos Corberan and things have not changed much. Out of the 19 games played till now, the host have managed to secure two victories, 10 losses and seven draws.
Meanwhile, Real Sociedad has been performing better intending to secure the Champions League spot for next season. They have secured back-to-back victories in their latest three games after losing 2-0 to Celta Vigo in December. They secured a convincing win in the Copa Del Rey after beating Rayo Vallecano 3-1 and would look to continue that form in the league as they take on a team currently lingering at the bottom of the table.
Valencia Team News
Centre-back Moctar Diakhaby will still be unavailable this weekend after he suffered an ACL injury last March. The manager will also be without the services of Thierry Correia, Jose Luis Gaya, Fran Perez and Rafa Mir. Corberan would be expected to field his traditional 4-4-2 formation with Mosquera and Tarrega being the centre-backs and Hugo Duro leading the attacking line,
Real Sociedad Team News
The availability of Martin Zubimendi will remain a question after reports of him agreeing a deal with Premier League giants Arsenal. Apart from that Imanol Alguacil does not have much of problems to deal with. Igor Zubeldia will be unavailable in the game due to suspension while right back Ham Traore remains injured due to ACL. The manager will be looking to continue with his 4-1-4-1 formation with Zubimendi as the single pivot and Mikel Oyarzabal leading the attack lines.
Valencia vs Real Sociedad Predicted Lineups
Valencia Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):
Goalkeeper: Mamardashvili
Defenders: Foulquier, Gasiorowski, Mosquera, Tarrega
Midfielders: Diego Lopez, Barrenechea, Guerra, Rioja
Forwards: Almeida, Duro
Real Sociedad Predicted Lineup (4-1-4-1):
Goalkeeper: Alex Remiro
Defenders: Javi Lopez, Nayef Aguerd, Elustondo, Jon Aramburu
Midfielders: Martin Zubimendi, Luka Sucic, Brais Mendez
Attackers: Sergio Gomez, Mikel Oyarzabal, Takefusa Kubo
Valencia vs Real Sociedad Head-to-Head Record
Only two fixtures in the last seven meetings between Real Sociedad and Valencia have witnessed more than two goals. The sides are frequent opponents and well aware of each other’s skill traits. In the last five games, three have ended in victories for Sociedad, one for Valencia and one ended in a draw.
| Result | Date and Competition |
| Real Sociedad 3-0 Valencia | 2024, La Liga |
| Real Sociedad 1-0 Valencia | 2024, La Liga |
| Valencia 0-1 Real Sociedad | 2023, La Liga |
| Valencia 1-0 Real Sociedad | 2023, La Liga |
| Real Sociedad 1-1 Valencia | 2022, La Liga |
Key Players to Watch Out in Valencia vs Real Sociedad
Hugo Duro (Valencia)
The 25-year-old Spanish striker has been one of the brighter spots for the hosts this season. He has fared well whenever he got the opportunity and has always maintained that intensity in the attack irrespective of the score. So far he has played 16 games and has scored five goals and registered two assists for Valencia.
Takefusa Kubo (Real Sociedad)
Having scored three goals for his club in La Liga thus far, the Japanese attacking midfielder will be vital to their matchup with Celta Vigo. The team’s primary offensive danger, aside from Mikel Oyarzabal, is the right winger, who not only scores goals but also dribbles and is creative. He contributed seven goals and four assists to Real Sociedad’s Europa League qualification in the previous campaign.
Valencia vs Real Sociedad Prediction
On paper, the game would be very predictable but football in nature is a very unpredictable sport and disregarding any team would be unfair. Valencia will look for a victory in a bid to stay in La Liga while Real Sociedad might look into this game as an easy one to secure the full three points to strengthen their claim for the Champions League spot.
Predicted Score: Valencia 1- 3 Real Sociedad
Where to Watch Valencia vs Real Sociedad Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | ESPN+ |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| Spain | DAZN Spain |
| India | gxr.world |
FAQs
Q. When is Valencia vs Real Sociedad?
The Valencia vs Real Sociedad game will be played on 19th January at Estadio de Mestella.
Q. Where to watch Valencia vs Real Sociedad live for free?
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Q. What is the predicted score in Valencia vs Real Sociedad?
The predicted score for Valencia vs Real Sociedad is 1-3.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Valencia vs Real Sociedad?
The sides are frequent opponents and well aware of each other’s skill traits. In the last five games, three have ended in victories for Sociedad, one for Valencia and one ended in a draw.