FC Midtjylland vs Real Sociedad Prediction & Betting Tips - Europa League
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by Kennedy Kechula | in Europa League Predictions
One of the Europa League knockout round play-off matches lined up for this Thursday will see Danish side Midtjylland and Spanish representatives Real Sociedad face off. Midtjylland were drawn to host this first leg, and will be looking to make the most of it. Let’s have a look at the preview as we offer two predictions on the possible outcomes from this match.
At the close of the league phase, only two points separated these two teams. Real Sociedad finished in 13th place in the league phase with as many points, having won four of their eight matches. Midtjylland finished much lower, in 20th position after the first eight matches of the competition.
The gap in placing and difference in points signalled another interesting aspect about the new Europa League format. Midtjylland haven't played competitively since the end of January; they have a big game here and will hope to be fit enough for it.
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FC Midtjylland vs Real Sociedad Form
FC Midtjylland and Real Sociedad Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
30 Jan 2025 - Europa League
23 Jan 2025 - Europa League
15 Jan 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
12 Dec 2024 - Europa League
1 Dec 2024 - Superliga
28 Nov 2024 - Europa League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
30 Jan 2025 - Europa League
28 Nov 2024 - Europa League
25 Nov 2024 - Superliga
3 Nov 2024 - Superliga
27 Oct 2024 - Superliga
24 Oct 2024 - Europa League
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
23 Jan 2025 - Europa League
15 Jan 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
12 Dec 2024 - Europa League
1 Dec 2024 - Superliga
10 Nov 2024 - Superliga
7 Nov 2024 - Europa League
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Feb 2025 - LaLiga
6 Feb 2025 - Copa del Rey
2 Feb 2025 - LaLiga
30 Jan 2025 - Europa League
26 Jan 2025 - LaLiga
23 Jan 2025 - Europa League
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Feb 2025 - LaLiga
6 Feb 2025 - Copa del Rey
30 Jan 2025 - Europa League
26 Jan 2025 - LaLiga
16 Jan 2025 - Copa del Rey
13 Jan 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
2 Feb 2025 - LaLiga
23 Jan 2025 - Europa League
19 Jan 2025 - LaLiga
5 Jan 2025 - Copa del Rey
21 Dec 2024 - LaLiga
8 Dec 2024 - LaLiga
FC Midtjylland - Real Sociedad: Form Analysis
Midtjylland are returning to action, at least competitively, for the first time since their 2-2 draw with Fenerbahce at the close of January. In that game, they led, lost their lead and had to settle for a late draw.
That marked a second unbeaten outing for the hosts but they’ll want to do better. A first leg advantage will be desirable for the Danish side, seeing that they have a history of struggles away from home.
In their last eight matches on the road, Midtjylland lost six. It may be a cause for alarm for Midtjylland that of their three wins in the league phase, only one came at home.
Midtjylland last played competitively at the end of January.
Real Sociedad will want to look at themselves as the more match-fit of these two sides. They have featured in three competitive matches since Midtjylland last played.
It serves them well psychologically that they are coming off two straight wins after a shock loss to Osasuna in La Liga. Winning three of their last four Europa League matches will also give the Spaniards a boost.
Those wins came accompanied with clean sheets and Sociedad will also feel defensively solid. They may, however, want that more on their travels, having failed to win the last two in this competition, and conceding in all four.
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FC Midtjylland against Real Sociedad Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Substitutes
E. Olafsson
L. Selin
DefenderL. Han-beom
A. Gabriel
V. Jensen
Jose Juninho
MidfielderE. Chilufya
V. Andreasen
P. Bravo
Marrony
M. Gogorza
Franculino
A. Fraga
A. Remiro
DefenderN. Aguerd
J. Lopez
J. Martin
MidfielderA. Zakharyan
L. Sucic
M. Zubimendi
B. Turrientes
ForwardM. Oyarzabal
S. Gomez
S. Becker
FC Midtjylland & Real Sociedad Squad Analysis
With the Danish Superliga going into a lengthy winter break, Midtjylland must have had a lot of time to prepare. That period of rest has, however, not changed much as far as Cho Gue-sung’s injury is concerned.
He will not feature in the knockouts after being left out of the squad to recover from a long-term injury.
Goalkeeper Elias Olafsson is also likely to miss this match with injury. There will be some new blood though, in Dani Silva, a new signing.
Injured Alvaro Odriozola is also suspended for this game.
At Real Sociedad, Alvaro Odriozola is serving a one-match suspension, even though he wouldn’t have featured. He is out injured and could be joined in the infirmary by Aihen Munoz and Hamari Traore.
Igor Zubeldia offers Sociedad some positive news with his recovery in time for this match. He did miss the weekend game, but earlier in the week returned to training.
Most goals and assists
FC Midtjylland
Real Sociedad
D. Osorio
(3 Goals)
M. Oyarzabal
(5 Goals)
A. Simsir
(3 Assists)
B. Mendez
(2 Assists)
, 
S. Becker
(2 Assists)
, 
T. Kubo
(2 Assists)
FC Midtjylland - Real Sociedad Key Points
- Real Sociedad kept no clean sheet in the last four away Europa League matches.
- In their last five Europa League matches, Real Sociedad scored.
- Both teams scored in Real Sociedad’s last two away matches.
- In three of Midtjylland’s last four home matches, both teams scored.
- At home in the last five Europa League matches, Midtjylland kept one clean sheet.
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Our FC Midtjylland vs Real Sociedad Prediction
Real Sociedad and Midtjylland will be putting on the line two-game unbeaten runs as they go head-to-head. Each side will want to protect theirs, while at the same time seeking a first leg advantage in this tie.
Midtjylland at home in the league phase, registered one win in four matches and in the search for a home win, will pump much into the attack. Real Sociedad will definitely find pockets of space as they look to improve their own away run. With both sides struggling defensively, goals on either end could be a good pick here. Our prediction for Midtjylland v Real Sociedad is: Both teams to score.
FC Midtjylland vs Real Sociedad Alternative Predictions
over 2.5 goals
Three of Midtjylland’s last five matches witnessed at least three goals scored. They’ve been prolific in attack themselves, but at times falling short in defence. This match could bear a similar scenario.
Real Sociedad aren’t too removed from a similar case; three of their last five matches produced over 2.5 goals. Their previous three away matches in this competition also had at least three goals scored. Our second prediction for this match will thus be over 2.5 goals.
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FC Midtjylland vs Real Sociedad - FAQs
The Midtjylland v Real Sociedad match will be played at the MCH Arena in Herning.
The Midtjylland v Real Sociedad match will be played on Thursday 13th February.
For the fans following this game from Spain, Telefonica will be the channel airing the match. In Denmark, Disney+ will air the game live. Sportytrader will have the match updates through the Europa League livescores handle.
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