Ath Bilbao vs Real Sociedad: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Athletic prepare to host Real Sociedad on February 1, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00 under referee Cuadra, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Athletic, currently 8th in the standings with 34 points from 25 games, trail the leaders by 26 points. They've earned 23 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored. The attack has been led by Robert Navarro, the leading goalscorer this season with 5 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Gorka Guruzeta, Nico Williams, Alejandro Berenguer, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Real Sociedad, sitting 9th with 31 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 12 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Mikel Oyarzabal, who leads the scoring with 9 goals. Support has come from Goncalo Guedes, Brais Mendez, Ander Barrenetxea, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

Recent meetings between Athletic and Real Sociedad have favored Real Sociedad, with Real Sociedad claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Elche, Athletic recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

Real Sociedad's last outing came against Real Madrid, where they secured a 1-4 defeat using a 4-4-1-1 system. Their starting XI featured Remiro, Munoz, Zubeldia, Martin, Aramburu, Wesley, Herrera, Gorrotxategi, Marin, Soler, Oyarzabal. The chosen system aimed to exploit specific weaknesses in the opposition while maintaining structural integrity.

Looking ahead, Athletic are expected to maintain their 4-2-3-1 structure, while Real Sociedad are likely to counter with a 4-4-2 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Athletic's fixtures have averaged 3.6 goals per game, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Real Sociedad's games average 3.3 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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