Real Sociedad
Football Spain - La Liga Reale Arena Sat 1 Nov 12:30
Athletic Club Bilbao
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

La Liga Betting Preview: Real Sociedad vs Athletic Club

Real Sociedad host Athletic Club in this Spanish La Liga clash at Reale Arena, with kick-off set for 12:30 on Saturday 1 November. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Go For BTTS No for This Encounter

We think that no more than one team will find the net when Sociedad and Athletic Club clash, leading us to back the BTTS No option at -123. This looks like value and we’re happy to grab these odds.

Previous H2H Clash Ended Goalless

Real Sociedad were winners last time out in La Liga. Landing a 2-1 home victory against Sevilla at Reale Arena. Sergio Francisco's side recorded 40% possession and had three shots on target, while Mikel Oyarzabal grabbed the goals.

On Tuesday night, Sociedad beat Negreira 3-0 away in the Copa del Rey.

Athletic Club were beaten in their previous game, losing 1-0 at home to Getafe at San Mamés. Los Leones enjoyed 57% possession and managed four shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Athletic have gone unbeaten in their past three matches against Sociedad, with the last clash ending in a 0-0 draw at Reale Arena. The previous 10 H2H matches have included four wins for Athletic, three victories for Sociedad along with three draws.

La Liga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
7 Real Sociedad logo Real Sociedad 29 10 8 11 44 45 -1 44:45 38
9 Athletic Club logo Athletic Club 29 11 5 13 32 41 -9 32:41 38
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Real Sociedad – Last 10 League Games

Sociedad have 2 wins, 5 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts. Los Txuri-Urdin have averaged 51.6% possession, 431.9 passes and 6.9 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.4 goals from 3.7 shots on goal, 11.5 attempts and 4.7 corners.

Top goalscorer Mikel Oyarzabal has found the net 4 times, with Carlos Soler, Alvaro Odriozola, Brais Mendez and Ander Barrenetxea scoring 1 each. Leading assistor is Ander Barrenetxea with 3, while goalie Alex Remiro has recorded one clean sheet.

Athletic Club – Last 10 League Games

Athletic have won 4, lost 4 and drawn 2, averaging 4.1 shots on goal, 11.6 attempts and 0.9 goals. Ernesto Valverde's team average 51.5% possession, 427.5 passes, 5.8 corners awarded and 4.2 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 9.0 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal.

Inaki Williams has scored 1 goals which makes him top scorer alongside five other players. Jesus Areso and Nico Williams are top assists providers with 1, while Unai Simon has recorded 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Real Sociedad confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Alex Remiro (GK), Jon Aramburu, Jon Martin, Igor Zubeldia, Sergio Gomez, Carlos Soler, Jon Gorrotxategi, Brais Mendez, Goncalo Guedes, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ander Barrenetxea.

Athletic Club confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Unai Simon (GK), Andoni Gorosabel, Daniel Vivian, Aymeric Laporte, Yuri Berchiche, Mikel Jauregizar, Inigo Ruiz de Galarreta, Alex Berenguer, Oihan Sancet, Robert Navarro, Gorka Guruzeta.

Real Sociedad vs Athletic Club Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Real Sociedad vs Athletic Club tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast, bet builder advice and top player prop picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Match Prediction

There’s a strong case for betting BTTS No when it comes to the Both Teams to Score market. We’re not sure that both teams can get on the La Liga scoresheet and odds of -123 are value.

The team at Sportsgambler.com are right across the latest La Liga injury news and the form guide also informs our football predictions. This data is combined with the latest stats.

Key Real Sociedad vs Athletic Club league stats:

  • 13 of the last 20 Sociedad home matches have resulted in BTTS No
  • 9 of the last 10 Athletic away matches have resulted in BTTS No
  • 4 of the last 5 Athletic away matches have resulted in BTTS No
  • The last 2 Athletic matches have resulted in BTTS No
  • The last 2 matches between these teams have resulted in BTTS No
BTTS No Probability

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 55.2% chance of winning. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction
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Correct Score Prediction

Sociedad Sociedad logo 0 - 1 Athletic logo Athletic

A 1-0 win in favor of Athletic is available at odds of +575. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Nico Williams Under 0.5 Shots On Target -112 BetMGM logo

Nico Williams (Athletic) hasn’t registered a shot on goal in three consecutive La Liga matches on the road. We’re expecting him to fall short of the mark, with this Shots on Target bet available at odds of -112.

Latest Nico Williams Player Prop Odds

Oihan Sancet To Score +350 BetMGM logo

Oihan Sancet (Athletic) can be backed to be on the scoresheet at +350. The odds that he will be an Anytime Goalscorer look attractive based on the evidence and we’ll plump for him to find the net.

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Bet Builder Tips

Both Team To Score No -123
Full-Time Result Athletic +175
Shots On Target Nico Williams Under 0.5 -112

Check out our same-game multi. The selections are BTTS No, Athletic to succeed and Nico Williams (Athletic) to not record a shot on target.

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Real Sociedad vs Athletic Club Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Betting Sites Predicting a Close-Run Battle

Athletic Club are chalked up at betting odds of +180 to defeat Real Sociedad, with their opponents operating at the same odds with the bookmakers. If you want to back the draw, it’s available at +185 for this La Liga clash.

There are different betting angles when backing Sociedad including the Asian Handicap -0.25 wager. This is available at +133 and there’s a half stake return if they only draw with Athletic.

Under 2.5 Goals is a short-priced option for those expecting two goals or less. If you think at least one side will keep a clean sheet, then Both Teams to Score No is -139.

The top football betting sites are on hand to provide lots of choice to bettors. It’s now the case that you can select from hundreds of markets for all of the La Liga games.

Mikel Oyarzabal Favourite to Score the First Goal

There is +210 available that Mikel Oyarzabal finds the net at any stage. He is available at +420 to register the first goal which makes him favourite.

Player Goals
Mikel Oyarzabal (Sociedad)
First
+210
Anytime
+420
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Nico Williams (Athletic)
First
+300
Anytime
+650
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Orri Steinn Óskarsson (Sociedad)
First
+330
Anytime
+700
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Nico Serrano (Athletic)
First
+330
Anytime
+700
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Player Shots On Target
Mikel Oyarzabal (Sociedad)
Over 0.5
-227
Under 0.5
+132
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Nico Williams (Athletic)
Over 0.5
-143
Under 0.5
-118
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Orri Steinn Óskarsson (Sociedad)
Over 0.5
-120
Under 0.5
-137
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Nico Serrano (Athletic)
Over 0.5
-120
Under 0.5
-156
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Player Shots
Mikel Oyarzabal (Sociedad)
Over 2.5
-130
Under 2.5
-
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Nico Williams (Athletic)
Over 1.5
-217
Under 1.5
-
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Orri Steinn Óskarsson (Sociedad)
Over 1.5
-182
Under 1.5
-
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Nico Serrano (Athletic)
Over 1.5
-172
Under 1.5
-
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Team Stats
Real Sociedad logo Real Sociedad League Stats
Athletic Club logo Athletic Club League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
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Corners
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Possession
Possession

Real Sociedad vs Athletic Club Lineups & Team News

Know who’s in and who’s out for Sociedad vs Athletic before making your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for La Liga along with up-to-date injury news.

Real Sociedad Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Athletic Club Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Real Sociedad Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

1 Alex Remiro
2 Jon Aramburu 31 Jon Martin 5 Igor Zubeldia 17 Sergio Gomez
18 Carlos Soler 4 Jon Gorrotxategi 23 Brais Mendez
11 Goncalo Guedes 10 Mikel Oyarzabal 7 Ander Barrenetxea
1 Unai Simon
2 Andoni Gorosabel 3 Daniel Vivian 14 Aymeric Laporte 17 Yuri Berchiche
18 Mikel Jauregizar 16 I. Ruiz de
7 Alex Berenguer 8 Oihan Sancet 23 Robert Navarro
11 Gorka Guruzeta

Athletic Club Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Real Sociedad Substitutes

  • 3Aihen Munoz
  • 6Aritz Elustondo
  • 8Benat Turrientes
  • 13Unai Marrero
  • 14Takefusa Kubo
  • 15Umar Sadiq
  • 16Duje Caleta-Car
  • 20Alvaro Odriozola
  • 21Arsen Zakharyan
  • 22Mikel Goti
  • 24Luka Sucic
  • 28Pablo Marin

Athletic Club Substitutes

  • 4Aitor Paredes
  • 6Mikel Vesga
  • 10Nico Williams
  • 12Jesus Areso
  • 19Adama Boiro
  • 20Unai Gomez
  • 22Nico Serrano
  • 25Urko Izeta
  • 27Alex Padilla
  • 30Alejandro Rego
  • 44Selton Sanchez

Previous Real Sociedad Lineups

28 Feb La Liga
Mallorca 0-1 Real Sociedad
21 Feb La Liga
Real Sociedad 3-3 Real Oviedo
14 Feb La Liga
Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad
11 Feb Copa del Rey
Athletic Club 0-1 Real Sociedad
07 Feb La Liga
Real Sociedad 3-1 Elche
04 Feb Copa del Rey
Alavés 2-3 Real Sociedad

Previous Athletic Club Lineups

28 Feb La Liga
Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Athletic Club
20 Feb La Liga
Athletic Club 2-1 Elche
15 Feb La Liga
Real Oviedo 1-2 Athletic Club
11 Feb Copa del Rey
Athletic Club 0-1 Real Sociedad
08 Feb La Liga
Athletic Club 4-2 Levante
04 Feb Copa del Rey
Valencia 1-2 Athletic Club

Injuries & Suspensions

Real Sociedad Injury Table
Type Name Info
Jon Gorrotxategi Groin
Yangel Herrera Calf
Igor Zubeldia Muscle
Alvaro Odriozola Cruciate ligame
Athletic Club Injury Table
Type Name Info
Nico Serrano Other
Inaki Williams Other
Julen Agirrezabala Hamstring
Yeray Alvarez Other
Unai Eguiluz Cruciate ligame
Benat Prados Knee
Team Squads

Real Sociedad Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Pellegrino Matarazzo

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Aihen Munoz - - - - - - - - - -
Jon Aramburu - - - - - - - - - -
Wesley - - - - - - - - - -
Unai Marrero - - - - - - - - - -
Takefusa Kubo - - - - - - - - - -

Athletic Club Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Ernesto Valverde

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Adama Boiro - - - - - - - - - -
Peio Canales - - - - - - - - - -
Maroan Sannadi - - - - - - - - - -
Mikel Jauregizar - - - - - - - - - -
Mikel Vesga - - - - - - - - - -
Spain FlagLa Liga Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Barcelona 29 24 1 4 78:28 73
2 Real Madrid 29 22 3 4 63:26 69
3 Villarreal 29 18 4 7 54:34 58
4 Atlético Madrid 29 17 6 6 49:28 57
5 Real Betis 29 11 11 7 44:37 44
6 Celta Vigo 29 10 11 8 41:35 41
7 Real Sociedad 29 10 8 11 44:45 38
8 Getafe 29 11 5 13 25:31 38
9 Athletic Club 29 11 5 13 32:41 38
10 Osasuna 29 10 7 12 34:35 37
11 Espanyol 29 10 7 12 36:44 37
12 Rayo Vallecano 30 8 11 11 29:35 35
13 Valencia 29 9 8 12 32:42 35
14 Girona 29 8 10 11 31:44 34
15 Sevilla 29 8 7 14 37:49 31
16 Alavés 29 8 7 14 30:41 31
17 Elche 30 6 11 13 38:47 29
18 Mallorca 29 7 7 15 34:47 28
19 Levante 29 6 8 15 34:48 26
20 Real Oviedo 29 4 9 16 20:48 21
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Barcelona 15 15 0 0 47:8 45
2 Atlético Madrid 15 13 1 1 34:12 40
3 Real Madrid 15 13 0 2 36:12 39
4 Villarreal 15 12 1 2 34:13 37
5 Osasuna 14 8 4 2 25:16 28
6 Athletic Club 15 8 2 5 19:17 26
7 Real Betis 14 7 4 3 26:16 25
8 Elche 15 6 7 2 24:16 25
9 Real Sociedad 14 7 3 4 27:21 24
10 Rayo Vallecano 15 5 8 2 17:11 23
11 Valencia 14 6 5 3 19:15 23
12 Mallorca 14 6 4 4 21:18 22
13 Espanyol 15 6 3 6 18:21 21
14 Alavés 14 5 5 4 17:16 20
15 Girona 14 5 4 5 16:21 19
16 Getafe 14 5 3 6 12:11 18
17 Celta Vigo 15 4 5 6 23:21 17
18 Sevilla 15 4 4 7 19:22 16
19 Levante 15 3 5 7 18:26 14
20 Real Oviedo 14 3 5 6 6:14 14