Real Sociedad vs FC Barcelona | Reale Arena | La Liga EA Sports 2025/26 – Matchday 20

A pivotal La Liga clash at Reale Arena (Anoeta) as league leaders Barcelona travel to the Basque Country for a tough Sunday night test. Hansi Flick's Blaugrana, riding an 11-game winning streak across all competitions, aim to extend their four-point advantage at the top against a resurgent Real Sociedad under new coach Pellegrino Matarazzo.

Current Form and Standings

Barcelona top the La Liga table with a strong lead (around 49 points from 19 games, per recent updates), four points clear of second-placed Real Madrid. They've won their last nine league matches since late October (including a 2-0 vs Espanyol in early January) and secured silverware in the Spanish Super Cup. Their 11-game win streak across competitions includes a Copa del Rey quarter-final spot after beating Racing Santander.

Real Sociedad sit mid-table (around 11th-13th with 21 points from 19 games), just four points above relegation. Unbeaten in 2026 (wins and draws), they've shown improvement under Matarazzo (one league win, one draw, plus a Cup penalty shootout win). Home form remains poor (only three wins from nine).

Recent Form (last 5 all comps):

• Barcelona: W-W-W-W-W (latest: Copa del Rey win)

• Real Sociedad: W-D-W-D-L (latest: league win at Getafe)

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Team News and Predicted Lineups

Real Sociedad (La Real): Injuries to Orri Oskarsson and Yangel Herrera (doubtful/minimal impact). Duje Caleta-Car, Sergio Gomez fit. Matarazzo's direct style emphasizes wingers Takefusa Kubo, Gonçalo Guedes, and Mikel Oyarzabal.

Predicted Real Sociedad XI (4-2-3-1): Álex Remiro; Jon Aramburu, Duje Caleta-Car, Jon Martín, Sergio Gómez; Carlos Soler, Beñat Turrientes; Takefusa Kubo, Brais Méndez, Gonçalo Guedes; Mikel Oyarzabal.

FC Barcelona: Gavi and Andreas Christensen out long-term; Raphinha doubtful. No major AFCON absences. Robert Lewandowski (scored winner in reverse fixture) leads; Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Ferran Torres in form.

Predicted Barcelona XI (4-2-3-1): Joan García; Jules Koundé, Pau Cubarsí, Eric García, Álex Balde; Frenkie de Jong, Pedri; Raphinha, Fermín López, Lamine Yamal; Robert Lewandowski.

Head-to-Head Record

Barcelona dominate: won 37 of last 53 meetings. Reverse fixture (Sept 28, 2025): Barcelona 2-1 Real Sociedad. La Real won the corresponding fixture last season (1-0), but Barça unbeaten in recent Anoeta visits.

Key Stats:

• Barcelona won 4 of last 5 vs Sociedad.

• Over 2.5 goals in recent clashes; Sociedad exploit high lines.

• Barcelona perfect since October; Sociedad tough at home vs big teams.

Match Prediction and Betting Tips

Barcelona are favorites with their winning streak and attacking depth, but Anoeta's atmosphere and Sociedad's transition play make it tricky. Barça less dominant away but grind results.

Our Prediction: Real Sociedad 1-3 Barcelona Blaugrana extend streak; Lewandowski or Raphinha decisive in a breakthrough win.

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• Main bet: Barcelona to win

• Bet on total goals: Over 2.5

• Risky Bet: Barcelona -2.5 Handicap

• Bet on anytime scorer: Raphinha

This Real Sociedad vs FC Barcelona La Liga 2025/26 showdown could widen Barça's lead. Drop your score prediction on "Post your Tips" section ✍️

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