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ALAVES VS REAL SOCIEDAD - SPAIN: NATIONAL CUP MATCH PREVIEW
SPAIN: NATIONAL CUP MATCH DETAILS: ALAVES VS REAL SOCIEDAD
As Alaves prepare to host Real Sociedad on February 4, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00 under referee Quintero Gonzalez, this SPAIN: National cup fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
ALAVES PREVIEW IN SPAIN: NATIONAL CUP
Alaves, currently unknown in the standings with 0 points from 0 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins in their last five matches.
They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 0 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 13 goals scored.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
REAL SOCIEDAD PREVIEW IN SPAIN: NATIONAL CUP
Real Sociedad, sitting unknown with 0 points, are evenly matched but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season.
Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches.
They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.
This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR ALAVES VS REAL SOCIEDAD
Recent meetings between Alaves and Real Sociedad have favored Alaves, with Alaves claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0).
This fixture has generally favored Alaves in recent years.
In their previous league match against Rayo Vallecano, Alaves recorded a 2-0 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Their starting XI featured Fernandez, Enriquez, Pacheco, Protesoni, Tenaglia, Rebbach, Guevara, Suarez, Calebe, Manas, Martinez. This setup relied on discipline and work rate to maintain structure while exploiting wide areas.
Real Sociedad's last outing came against Osasuna, where they secured a 2-2 draw using a 4-4-2 system.
Their starting XI featured Marrero, Gomez, Caleta-Car, Zubeldia, Aramburu, Kubo, Soler, Gorrotxategi, Barrenetxea, Sucic, Oyarzabal. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.
Looking ahead, Alaves are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Alaves 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 AND PREDICTION FOR ALAVES VS REAL SOCIEDAD
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Alaves's fixtures have averaged 2.3 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Real Sociedad's games average 2.7 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 90% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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