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Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Confirmed Lineups
Competition | LaLiga |
|---|---|
Match Date | Saturday 29 August 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 18:00 UK time |
Venue | Estadio Municipal de Anoeta |
The starting lineups for the LaLiga fixture between Real Sociedad vs Espanyol have been confirmed.
Real Sociedad Starting XI
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI: Álex Remiro, Jon Aramburu, Igor Zubeldia, Jon Martín, Sergio Gómez, Ander Barrenetxea, Carlos Soler, Beñat Turrientes, Luka Sucic, Orri Óskarsson, Mikel Oyarzabal
Substitutes: Alex Marchal, Gorka Carrera, Job Ochieng, Gonçalo Guedes, Luken Beitia, Mamadou Sarr, Jon Gorrotxategi, Unai Marrero, Arsen Zakharyan, Aihen Muñoz, Yangel Herrera, Takefusa Kubo
Espanyol Starting XI
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI: Marko Dmitrovic, Omar El Hilali, Unai Núñez, Vanja Drkusic, Roger Hinojo, Cala, Urko González de Zárate, Edu Expósito, Tyrhys Dolan, Roberto Fernández, Javi Hernández
Substitutes: Clemens Riedel, Adama Timera, Rafel Bauzà, Llorenç Serred, José Ángel, Gabriel Moscardo, Marcos Fernández, Ángel Fortuño, Jofre Carreras, Quilindschy Hartman, Pol Lozano, Pere Milla
Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Immediate Reaction
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad line up in a 4-4-2 system with Álex Remiro starting in goal behind a defensive line featuring Jon Aramburu, Igor Zubeldia, Jon Martín and Sergio Gómez. In midfield, Ander Barrenetxea and Luka Sucic start on the flanks with Carlos Soler and Beñat Turrientes in the centre, while Mikel Oyarzabal pairs with Orri Óskarsson in attack. Takefusa Kubo, Arsen Zakharyan and Gonçalo Guedes offer high-quality attacking depth from the bench.
Espanyol
Espanyol also match up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Marko Dmitrovic between the posts behind Omar El Hilali, Unai Núñez, Vanja Drkusic and Roger Hinojo across the back four. The midfield sees Cala and Tyrhys Dolan providing width alongside central duo Urko González de Zárate and Edu Expósito. Up front, Roberto Fernández and Javi Hernández lead the attack, with Pere Milla and Gabriel Moscardo among the substitutes.
Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Reactive Bet Builder
Our suggested bet builder for this clash combines attacking threat and discipline. The selection backs Orri Steinn Oskarsson to score anytime alongside both teams to score and Real Sociedad to score over 1.5 goals. Additionally, midfielder Yangel Herrera is included to be shown a card during the contest.
Real Sociedad vs Espanyol Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
With Real Sociedad naming a strong attacking line-up featuring Mikel Oyarzabal and Orri Óskarsson, the hosts look well-equipped to create chances against Espanyol's defensive unit. Espanyol possess firepower of their own through Roberto Fernández and Javi Hernández, pointing towards an open game where both teams find the net.
Score Prediction: 2-1
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