Real Sociedad vs Elche: Official Lineups for LALIGA EA Sports Matchday 23
Real Sociedad is set to face Elche on Saturday for LALIGA EA Sports Matchday 23. The match will take place at the Anoeta Stadium. Both teams are approaching this fixture with different objectives: Real Sociedad aims to secure a European position, while Elche is focused on avoiding relegation.
Match Previews
Two managers, Pellegrino Matarazzo for Real Sociedad and Eder Sarabia for Elche, have announced their official lineups. Matarazzo’s strategy includes reinforcing the midfield against an Elche side known for its ball possession.
Real Sociedad’s Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Álex Remiro
- Defenders: Álvaro Odriozola, Duje Caleta-Car, Igor Zubeldia, Sergio Gómez
- Midfielders: Jon Gorrotxategi, Carlos Soler, Pablo Marín, Luka Sucic, Gonçalo Guedes
- Forward: Mikel Oyarzabal
Pellegrino Matarazzo has made several adjustments to his squad. He has included Pablo Marín in midfield, alongside Luka Sucic and Gonçalo Guedes. However, the team will miss the services of Ander Barrenetxea, Unai Marrero, Iñaki Rupérez, Take Kubo, Arsen Zakharyan, and Brais Méndez due to injuries or suspensions.
Elche’s Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Iñaki Peña
- Defenders: John Chetauya, Víctor Chust, David Affengruber, Léo Pétrot
- Midfielders: Aleix Febas, Martim Neto
- Forwards: Grady Diangana, Álvaro Rodríguez, André da Silva
Eder Sarabia will lead Elche with a few key absences. The team is without Hector Fort, Josan Ferrández, Rafa Mir, and winter signing Buba Sangaré. Aleix Febas is returning from a suspension and reclaims his position in midfield.
Context of the Match
Both teams come into this match under different pressures. Real Sociedad is looking to improve its standing for European competition, while Elche is fighting against relegation. The outcome will be crucial for both sides as they navigate through this season.
Fans can expect an exciting match as both lineups feature a blend of new talent and experienced players. The match promises to be competitive, with each team motivated to achieve its objectives.
