Real Sociedad vs Manchester United Europa League Prediction Match Details
The Europa League round of 16 kicks off its first leg on Thursday as Real Sociedad and Manchester United go head-to-head at Reale Arena. Can Ruben Amorim’s side deliver another standout European performance, or will the Spanish giants capitalize on their home advantage?
Real Sociedad Preview & Form
Real Sociedad will come into their Europa League on the back of the desperation of ending their two-match losing streak without scoring across all competitions after they were beaten by two Spanish giants, Real Madrid and Barcelona. They were beaten 1-0 by Real Madrid in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals, and then last weekend, they were thrashed 4-0 by Barcelona. The Spanish side finished 13th in the league phase of the Europa League, but a 7-3 aggregate in the playoff of the Europa League against Midtjylland secured easy progress to the round of 16. However, it is worth noting that both teams have found the back of the net in three of Sociedad’s four Europa League matches.
Manchester United Preview & Form
Manchester United are currently struggling in their domestic league, and their only chance of winning silverware this season and playing in the Champions League next season is to lift the UEFA Europa League. Last weekend, United were knocked out of the FA Cup at the fifth round stage by Fulham on penalties at Old Trafford. However, under Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils still remain undefeated in European competitions, but a trip to Spanish soil could put the record at risk, given their current struggles and lack of defensive coherence. Pressure is mounting on Ruben Amorim regarding his tactical approach and style of play, with his side now having suffered three losses in the last six matches across all competitions.
Real Sociedad vs Manchester United Predicted Lineups
Real Sociedad predicted lineup (4-1-4-1): Remiro; López, Elustondo, Zubeldia, Aramburu; Zubimendi; Barrenetxea, Olasagasti, Marin, Kubo; Oskarsson.
Manchester United predicted lineup (3-4-3): Onana; Yoro, Maguire, De Ligt; Dorgu, Fernandes, Ugarte, Dalot; Garnacho, Højlund, Zirkzee.
Real Sociedad vs Manchester United H2H Record (Last Five Games)
- Real Sociedad 0-1 Manchester United
- Manchester United 0-1 Real Sociedad
- Manchester United 0-0 Real Sociedad
- Real Sociedad 0-4 Manchester United
- Real Sociedad 0-0 Manchester United
Real Sociedad vs Manchester United Prediction Betting Tips
Both sides are currently struggling with form in their domestic but have shown good signs of improvement in their European competitions, making a win for either side a hard one to predict. However, in European competitions, both sides have consistently found the back of the net, so our prediction will be a high-scoring result.
