Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Real Madrid prepare to host Real Sociedad on February 14, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Real Madrid, currently 2nd in the standings with 57 points from 23 games, are close to the leaders with only 1 points separating them. They've earned 30 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 13 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances. The attack has been led by Kylian Mbappe, the leading goalscorer this season with 22 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, Gonzalo Garcia, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Real Sociedad, sitting 8th with 31 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 11 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 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 Real Madrid and Real Sociedad have favored Real Madrid, with Real Sociedad claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). In head-to-head clashes of late, Real Madrid have consistently come out on top.

In their previous league match against Valencia, Real Madrid recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Courtois, Carreras, Huijsen, Asencio, Jimenez, Tchouameni, Camavinga, Valverde, Mbappe, Guler, Garcia. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Real Sociedad's last outing came against Elche, where they secured a 3-1 victory using a 5-3-2 system. Their starting XI featured Remiro, Gomez, Caleta-Car, Zubeldia, Odriozola, Sucic, Soler, Gorrotxategi, Marin, Oyarzabal, Guedes. The structure prioritized compactness, making it difficult for opponents to find space between the lines.

Looking ahead, Real Madrid are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Real Madrid and Real Sociedad are expected to use their standard structures. 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: Real Madrid's fixtures have averaged 4.1 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Real Sociedad's games average 3.2 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 100% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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