Real Sociedad vs Real Betis: La Liga Match Preview

Match Context

Real Sociedad host Real Betis at Anoeta in San Sebastian on 9 May 2026 in La Liga regular season round 35. Real Sociedad sit 9th on 43 points (goal difference -1), while Real Betis are 5th on 53 points (goal difference +11), both having scored 52 league goals so far.

Real Sociedad Availability

Real Sociedad have several concerns. J. Aramburu (Yellow Cards, suspension) is sidelined. A. Odriozola (Knee Injury) is sidelined. G. Guedes (Toe Injury) is doubtful. J. Karrikaburu (Ankle Injury) is doubtful. I. Ruperez (Knee Injury) is doubtful. Top scorer Mikel Oyarzabal, with 14 goals and 3 assists, is fully available, as is creative outlet Barrenetxea with 3 goals and 5 assists.

Real Betis Availability

Real Betis also face absences. M. Bartra (Heel Injury) is sidelined. A. Ortiz (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. C. Bakambu (Personal Reasons) is doubtful. J. Firpo (Injury) is doubtful. Key attackers C. Hernández (10 goals, 3 assists) and A. Ezzalzouli (8 goals, 8 assists) are both available to start.

Impact Summary

Defensive depth is notably hit on both sides, but neither team loses a primary scorer or creator. Real Sociedad retain almost all of their 52-goal attacking output through Oyarzabal and Barrenetxea, while Real Betis can still rely on the combined threat of C. Hernández, A. Ezzalzouli, Antony and Pablo Fornals to sustain their 52-goal tally.