Anoeta hosts Real Sociedad vs Espanyol on Friday 29 August 2026 (19:00 CEST). Kubo and Oyarzabal lead La Real; Espanyol reply with a structured block and pace on the break in a Basque–Catalan clash.
Real Sociedad: team news & form
Imanol Alguacil's Sociedad deploy a 4-3-3 with Kubo as the primary creator and Oyarzabal the penalty taker. Remiro remains among La Liga's most reliable keepers; home form at Anoeta is typically solid.
Real Sociedad Predicted Starting XI & Lineup · 4-3-3
Official lineups confirmed 1 hour before kick-off.
Espanyol: team news & form
Espanyol travel with a compact defensive shape and look to frustrate through midfield density. Away at Sociedad demands discipline; set pieces are their best route to goal.
Tactical battle
Sociedad's wide overloads and Kubo's half-space runs vs Espanyol's low block — patience will be required from the hosts.
Prediction & fantasy picks
- Takefusa Kubo (Real Sociedad, MID): creative hub at Anoeta.
- Mikel Oyarzabal (Real Sociedad, FWD): penalty taker at home.
- Predictor: Real Sociedad 2–0 Espanyol.
Prediction
La Real control at Anoeta. Prediction: Real Sociedad 2–0 Espanyol.