Manchester United vs Real Sociedad Europa League Prediction Match Details
The second leg of the Europa League round of 16 kicks off its action Thursday night as Real Sociedad and Manchester United go head-to-head at Old Trafford. Can Ruben Amorim’s side salvage the season with European success?
Manchester United Preview & Form
Manchester United are currently underperforming at the moment despite Ruben Amorim’s arrival. However, the Red Devils have enjoyed success in European competitions, having remained undefeated in the Europa League so far, and their only chance of winning silverware this season and playing in the Champions League next season is to lift the UEFA Europa League titles. Ruben Amorim’s side maintained their unbeaten run in Europe this season by settling for a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their Europa League last 16 games against Real Sociedad. They will now be hoping to get the job done on their home patch, where they have won each of their last three European games at Old Trafford. Last weekend in the Premier League, United displayed an impressive performance against title-chasing Arsenal as the Red Devils took the lead in the first half through an incredible free kick from Bruno Fernandes. The Red Devils were arguably the better side in the game despite being considered underdogs on their home soil.
Real Sociedad Preview & Form
Real Sociedad are currently struggling with form at the moment in all competitions, as the Spanish side are riding on a four-match winless streak, leading to growing pressure on boss Imanol Alguacil. The Spanish side extended their winless streak on Sunday as they were beaten 1-0 by Sevilla on their home soil in the domestic league, with the result leaving them 11th in the league standings. Sociedad displayed some determination in the first leg of the Europa League round of 16 against Manchester United, but they only managed to convert one of their 13 goal attempts. They have been in a miserable run of form when playing away games, having suffered five defeats from their last six away matches across all competitions.
Manchester United vs Real Sociedad Predicted Lineups
Manchester United predicted lineup (3-4-3): Onana; Yoro, Maguire, De Ligt; Dorgu, Fernandes, Ugarte, Dalot; Garnacho, Højlund, Zirkzee.
Real Sociedad predicted lineup (4-1-4-1): Remiro; López, Elustondo, Zubeldia, Aramburu; Zubimendi; Barrenetxea, Olasagasti, Marin, Kubo; Oskarsson.
Manchester United vs Real Sociedad H2H Record (Last Five Games)
- Real Sociedad 1-1 Manchester United
- Real Sociedad 0-1 Manchester United
- Manchester United 0-1 Real Sociedad
- Manchester United 0-0 Real Sociedad
- Real Sociedad 0-4 Manchester United
Manchester United vs Real Sociedad Prediction Betting Tips
Manchester United are the favourites in this match to advance to the quarterfinal round after Ruben Amorim’s side displayed a strong performance over the weekend. Real Sociedad has been poor in their away games, having lost five of their last six matches. So we predict a win for Manchester United.
