Real Sociedad vs R. Oviedo: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

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

Real Sociedad, currently 8th in the standings with 31 points from 24 games, trail the leaders by 29 points. They've earned 20 points from 12 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 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored. The attack has been led by Mikel Oyarzabal, the leading goalscorer this season with 9 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Goncalo Guedes, Brais Mendez, Ander Barrenetxea, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Oviedo, sitting 20th with 16 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 5 points from 11 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Federico Vinas, who leads the scoring with 3 goals. Support has come from Salomon Rondon, Ilyas Chaira, Alberto Reina, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

Recent meetings between Real Sociedad and Oviedo have favored Oviedo, with Oviedo claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-1). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Real Madrid, Real Sociedad recorded a 1-4 defeat while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Remiro, Munoz, Zubeldia, Martin, Aramburu, Wesley, Herrera, Gorrotxategi, Marin, Soler, Oyarzabal. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Oviedo's last outing came against Athletic, where they secured a 1-2 defeat using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Escandell, Lopez, Carmo, Bailly, Vidal, Chaira, Colombatto, Sibo, Hassan, Vinas, Reina. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Real Sociedad are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Real Sociedad and Oviedo 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 a moderate number of goals: Real Sociedad's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Oviedo's games average 2.2 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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