Spain - LaLiga
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by Erik Gibbs in LaLiga Picks
Real Sociedad and Rayo Vallecano will square off at the Anoeta Stadium on Sunday in what promises to be an evenly balanced La Liga fixture. Both teams find themselves in the lower half of the table with identical records, sitting on five points after seven rounds. Sociedad currently sits 15th with one win, two draws, and four defeats, while Rayo Vallecano is just one place higher in 14th but shares the same points tally.
The hosts have endured a frustrating start, losing 57% of their league outings so far, though they showed resilience in their narrow defeat to Barcelona last time out. Their home record does offer some encouragement, with a win, a draw, and a loss from three matches at Anoeta, suggesting they are somewhat tougher to beat on their own turf.
For Rayo Vallecano, inconsistency has also been the main theme of their season. Four defeats in seven matches have left them looking vulnerable, and they enter this fixture needing a response after their early struggles. Historically, games between these two have often been tightly contested, as evidenced by three draws in their last six head-to-head clashes, including an entertaining 2-2 meeting the last time they squared off.
With both sides conceding at similar rates and producing a modest seven goals apiece, it is clear that defensive lapses and a lack of cutting edge have contributed to their struggles.
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Real Sociedad vs Rayo Vallecano Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
16
|
5 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -3 |
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18
|
5 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | -4 |
Real Sociedad and Rayo Vallecano Latest Matches
1/6 (17%)
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 24, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 19, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 13, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 30, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 24, 2025 - LaLiga
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 24, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 13, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 24, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 2, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 30, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 18, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 28, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 19, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 30, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 9, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 25, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 2, 2025 - Conference League
Sep 28, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 24, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 21, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 14, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 31, 2025 - LaLiga
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Oct 2, 2025 - Conference League
Sep 28, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 21, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 31, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 28, 2025 - Conference League
May 24, 2025 - LaLiga
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Sep 24, 2025 - LaLiga
Sep 14, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 25, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 21, 2025 - Conference League
Aug 15, 2025 - LaLiga
Aug 10, 2025 - Clubs Friendlies
Real Sociedad against Rayo Vallecano : Head to Head (H2H)
33 %
50 %
17 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Mar 16, 2025 - LaLiga
Jan 16, 2025 - Copa del Rey
Aug 18, 2024 - LaLiga
Jan 27, 2024 - LaLiga
Oct 29, 2023 - LaLiga
Apr 22, 2023 - LaLiga
Rayo Vallecano v Real Sociedad last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 1 - 4 - 1
Formation : 4 - 3 - 3
Missing players
A. Elustondo
ForwardO. Oskarsson
A. Mumin
L. Felipe
MidfielderR. Nteka
ForwardS. Camello
Most goals and assists
Real Sociedad
Rayo Vallecano
M. Oyarzabal
(2 Goals)
F. Perez
(2 Goals)
,
J. De Frutos
(2 Goals)
,
A. Garcia
(2 Goals)
A. Barrenetxea
(3 Assists)
A. Garcia
(2 Assists)
,
I. Palazon
(2 Assists)
Real Sociedad and Rayo Vallecano Stats in LaLiga
Real Sociedad - Rayo Vallecano Key Points
- Real Sociedad are 2-3 ATS in their last 5 games
- Rayo Vallecano are 2-3 ATS in their last 5 games
- The Over is 2-3 in Real Sociedad's last 5 games
- The Over is 1-4 in Rayo Vallecano's last 5 games
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Our Real Sociedad vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction
Real Sociedad will lean heavily on their midfield control and creativity to set the tone. Players such as Mikel Merino and Brais Méndez are vital in linking defense to attack, while forward Alexander Sørloth will need to rediscover his scoring touch to capitalize on chances at home. Sociedad’s defensive unit, despite conceding 11 goals, showed they can stay compact against elite opposition in their clash with Barcelona, which could serve as a confidence boost heading into this match.
Rayo Vallecano will look to their attacking duo of Raúl de Tomás and Álvaro García to spark some much-needed life in front of goal. Both have the quality to trouble Sociedad’s backline, especially on the counterattack. However, Rayo’s defensive lapses, having shipped 10 goals already, remain a concern. If they cannot tighten up, they risk being overrun in San Sebastián.
This fixture has the makings of another close battle, but Real Sociedad’s slightly stronger home record gives them the edge. Expect a competitive clash with opportunities at both ends, but the Basque side’s balance and home support could prove decisive. Our prediction for Real Sociedad vs. Rayo Vallecano: Real Sociedad to win.
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