Royal Union vs Real Sociedad prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, October 15, 2026
On October 15, 2026, the second matchday of the Europa League league phase will feature a clash between Royal Union and Real Sociedad. Both sides will be determined to come out on top.
Royal Union - Real Sociedad team news and expert analysis
The Brussels club failed to retain their league title, but added the cup—and then the Super Cup in the summer—to their trophy haul. They have also made a solid start to the new Pro League season, with their only defeat and failure to score coming against Zulte Waregem. They also drew 1-1 with Leuven.
The side from San Sebastián also lifted the cup, but could only manage a rise to tenth place in La Liga. They began the current campaign with a couple of defeats, but then stepped up their performances and started picking up wins on a regular basis. They also came out on top against Deportivo, winning 3-2.
The Belgians played out two draws with Bodø/Glimt in Champions League qualifying. However, they conceded a decisive goal in extra time in Norway. In the current competition, they made amends by thrashing Viktoria in Plzeň. The Spaniards also slipped up here, losing 1-2 at home to debutants Bournemouth after conceding twice before the 20th minute.
Previous matches: Royal Union - Real Sociedad
This will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides.
The home side are deservedly considered the favourites. We are backing them with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.70).
Royal Union - Real Sociedad: key statistics and trends
- Royal Union have not lost in European competition this season in normal time
- Union score an average of 2.75 goals and concede 0.5 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 38% of Royal Union's matches, while the average total goals per game is 3.25
- Real Sociedad have won two games in a row
- Real Sociedad score an average of 1.5 goals and concede 1.88 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 63% of Real Sociedad's matches, while the average total goals per game is 3.38
Royal Union - Real Sociedad: possible starting lineups
Royal Union play in a 1-3-1-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Hervé Koffi - Krychfalushi, Sylla, Haevenaer - Schofs - Olaru, Zeneli, Guilherme Smith, Patrice - Biondich, Mofokeng
Real Sociedad play in a 1-5-4-1 formation (possible lineup): Unai Marrero - Fort, Gómez, Sarr, Jon Martín, Beitia - Barrenetxea, Herrera, Turrientes, Oyarzabal - Óskarsson
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