Real Sociedad vs Osasuna Prediction & Picks - LaLiga
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by Erik Gibbs | in LaLiga Picks
Real Sociedad and Osasuna meet this Sunday at the Reale Arena in a Matchday 28 clash that carries significant weight for two clubs separated by just a single point in the La Liga standings. Currently sitting in eighth place with 35 points, Real Sociedad enters this Basque derby during a season defined by soaring highs and frustrating inconsistencies. Just last week, they secured a place in the Copa del Rey final after a gritty 1-0 win over Athletic Club, completing a 2-0 aggregate victory that sent the San Sebastián faithful into a frenzy. However, that celebratory mood was dampened by a narrow 3-2 defeat to Atlético Madrid on March 7. Pellegrino Matarazzo's side has struggled to pair their cup heroics with domestic stability; they have managed to find the net in 12 consecutive matches but have also lost ten times this season. With sixth-placed Celta Vigo only five points ahead, the hosts must leverage their strong home record—three wins in their last four league games at the Reale Arena—to keep their European dreams alive.
Osasuna travels to San Sebastián in 11th place, nursing a mix of momentum and frustration after a rollercoaster month of results. Their most recent outing on March 7 saw them rescue a 2-2 draw against Mallorca at El Sadar in dramatic fashion, scoring twice in the final minutes to salvage a point. While their fighting spirit is undeniable, the "Rojillos" have been plagued by a dismal record on the road, managing only two wins in 14 away fixtures this season. Defensively, they have been leaking goals, failing to keep a clean sheet in 13 of their last 16 league outings. This lack of defensive discipline has often neutralized the tactical progress they've made in the final third. Having lost the reverse fixture 3-1 to Sociedad earlier this term, Osasuna is desperate to prove they can contend with the league's top half, yet their historical struggles at this venue suggest a daunting task ahead for the Pamplona-based side.
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Real Sociedad vs Osasuna Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
10
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46 | 38 | 11 | 13 | 14 | -2 |
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17
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42 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | -6 |
Real Sociedad and Osasuna Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 7, 2026 - LaLiga
Mar 4, 2026 - Copa del Rey
Feb 28, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 21, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 14, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 11, 2026 - Copa del Rey
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 4, 2026 - Copa del Rey
Feb 21, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 7, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 25, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 18, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 13, 2026 - Copa del Rey
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 7, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 28, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 14, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 11, 2026 - Copa del Rey
Feb 4, 2026 - Copa del Rey
Feb 1, 2026 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 7, 2026 - LaLiga
Mar 1, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 21, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 13, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 6, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 31, 2026 - LaLiga
3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 7, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 21, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 31, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 17, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 3, 2026 - LaLiga
Dec 20, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Mar 1, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 13, 2026 - LaLiga
Feb 6, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 24, 2026 - LaLiga
Jan 13, 2026 - Copa del Rey
Jan 10, 2026 - LaLiga
Real Sociedad against Osasuna : Head to Head (H2H)
50 %
17 %
33 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Jan 13, 2026 - Copa del Rey
Nov 22, 2025 - LaLiga
Jul 30, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Feb 6, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Feb 2, 2025 - LaLiga
Oct 27, 2024 - LaLiga
Real Sociedad against Osasuna Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 4 - 2
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Substitutes
U. Marrero
T. Folgado Null
A. Fraga
DefenderA. Elustondo
MidfielderL. Sucic
A. Zakharyan
P. Marin
Wesley
J. Gorrotxategi
Y. Herrera
O. Oskarsson
J. Karrikaburu
A. Fernandez
DefenderJ. Herrando
J. Cruz
MidfielderA. Osambela
A. Bretones
I. Munoz
M. Gomez
I. Arguibide
K. Barja
Missing players
A. Odriozola
A. Munoz
I. Ruperez Urtasun
MidfielderT. Kubo
R. Garcia
R. Garcia
I. Benito
Most goals and assists
Real Sociedad
Osasuna
M. Oyarzabal
(15 Goals)
A. Budimir
(17 Goals)
S. Gomez
(5 Assists)
R. Garcia
(5 Assists)
Real Sociedad - Osasuna Key Points
- The Over is 3-2 in Real Sociedad's last 5 games
- The Over is 3-2 in Osasuna's last 5 games
- Real Sociedad are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games
- Osasuna are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games
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Our Real Sociedad vs Osasuna Prediction
Mikel Oyarzabal continues to lead from the front for La Real, having notched goals in both the Copa del Rey semifinal and the thriller against Atlético. He is joined in top form by Carlos Soler, whose arrival has provided a much-needed spark; Soler's vision and set-piece delivery were vital in the recent goal against Atleti. On the other side, Osasuna's Ante Budimir remains their most potent weapon, having reached 13 goals for the campaign following his late strike against Mallorca. Kike Barja has also emerged as a late-season revelation, finding the net in recent weeks and providing the directness Osasuna needs in the absence of more technical creative outlets.
Injuries and suspensions will play a pivotal role in Sunday's selection. Osasuna will be significantly shorthanded following the red card shown to Raúl García against Mallorca, which leaves them without a key physical presence in the box. Real Sociedad is relatively healthy, though the physical toll of their deep cup run has seen players like Orri Óskarsson and Beñat Turrientes monitored closely for fatigue. From a betting standpoint, the upper hand firmly rests with Real Sociedad. Their tactical edge, fueled by a high-possession style and the clinical finishing of Oyarzabal, matches up perfectly against an Osasuna team that is notoriously porous when playing away from home. While Osasuna is capable of a counter-attacking punch, the home side's superior depth and recent historical dominance in this fixture make them the heavy favorites to take all three points. Our prediction for Real Sociedad vs. Osasuna: Over 2.5 goals.
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