Real Sociedad vs Lyon prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on November 5, 2026
On November 5, 2026, Real Sociedad and Lyon will meet in the fourth round of the Europa League league phase. The visitors certainly will not surrender the points without a fight.
Real Sociedad vs Lyon team news and expert analysis
The club from San Sebastian appointed Matarazzo as head coach less than a year ago. He stabilized the situation in La Liga and, most importantly, won the domestic cup. Even now, Real Sociedad are winning half of their league matches. Meanwhile, Olympique Lyonnais climbed to fourth place in the final Ligue 1 table. In mid-autumn, they even topped the standings for a spell, picking up points at a rate comparable to PSG.
The Spaniards made a poor start to their Europa League campaign, losing 1-2 at home to Bournemouth. After that, in October, they managed only a draw away to Union Saint-Gilloise. In the most recent round, they finally secured a victory—and did so in emphatic fashion, beating Lillestrøm 6-0.
The French side began the season in Champions League qualifying. After getting past Sparta Prague, however, they lost to Fenerbahce, going down at home after a draw in Istanbul. In the current competition, they started with back-to-back wins: 2-1 against Anderlecht and 3-2 against Crystal Palace. In the latest round, they then suffered a 0-3 defeat to Hoffenheim.
Previous meetings: Real Sociedad vs Lyon
The clubs met in the Champions League in 2004 and 2013. The French side won both encounters at first, but the Spaniards then got their revenge by taking victory in both matches.
Real Sociedad are expected to win, but the visitors have their own weapons. Our pick is "over 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.60).
Real Sociedad vs Lyon: key statistics and trends
- Real Sociedad recorded their first win in the third round
- Real Sociedad score an average of 1.82 goals and concede 1.82 goals per match
- In 73% of Real Sociedad matches, both teams score, while the average total is 3.64 goals per game.
- Lyon won twice in their first three league matches
- Lyon score an average of 1.67 goals and concede 0.78 goals per match
- In 44% of Lyon matches, both teams score, while the average total is 2.44 goals per game
Real Sociedad vs Lyon: possible starting lineups
Real Sociedad play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Marrero — Zubeldia, Martin, Sarr, Gomez — Ochieng, Gorrotxategi, Herrera, Guedes — Sucic, Oyarzabal
Lyon play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Greif — Athekame, Baher, Kluivert, Abner — Morton, Narty, Tolisso, Mera — Nuamah, Nakamura
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