Confirmed Lineups: Real Sociedad vs. Real Oviedo in LALIGA EA Sports
This Saturday, Real Sociedad faces Real Oviedo in the 25th matchday of LALIGA EA Sports. A lot has changed since their previous meeting, where Real Sociedad won 1-0 at Carlos Tartiere. Both teams now feature new head coaches: Pellegrino Matarazzo for Real Sociedad and Guillermo Almada for Real Oviedo.
Confirmed Lineups for Real Sociedad vs. Real Oviedo
The confirmed lineups showcase a significant shift from the last encounter. Matarazzo has regained several key players for this match at Anoeta. The manager’s recent strategy has brought success in previous fixtures, despite a setback against Real Madrid.
Real Sociedad’s Key Players
- Goalkeeper: Álex Remiro
- Defenders: Jon Mikel Aramburu, Jon Martín, Duje Caleta-Car, Sergio Gómez
- Midfielders: Jon Gorrotxategi, Beñat Turrientes, Brais Méndez
- Forwards: Gonçalo Guedes, Pablo Marín, Mikel Oyarzabal
Brais Méndez will play a crucial role in midfield, supported by Gorrotxategi and Turrientes. Notable omissions include Carlos Soler, who is sidelined after becoming a father and not training fully during the week.
Real Oviedo’s Challenges
Real Oviedo will enter the match without key player Santiago Colombatto, who is suspended. Additionally, David Costas is injured, and Fede Viñas continues to lead the forward line.
- Goalkeeper: Aarón Escandell
- Defenders: Nacho Vidal, Eric Bailly, David Carmo, Javi López
- Midfielders: Kwasi Sibo, Nicolás Fonseca, Haissem Hassan, Ilyas Chaira, Alberto Reina
- Forward: Fede Viñas
Daniel Fonseca steps in for Colombatto, while Kwasi Sibo secures his spot over Leander Dendoncker. Javi López aims to impress against his former club from his position on the left flank.
Match Significance
This match not only has implications for the current LALIGA standings but also marks a tactical battle between two evolving sides. Expectations are high as both coaches prepare their teams for a competitive showdown.