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Real Sociedad vs Girona Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Date: Saturday, 18 May 2025 Kickoff Time: 19:00 UCT Venue: Reale Arena, San Sebastián SportsBoom previews the La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Girona at the Reale Arena on Saturday, 18 May 2025. With both sides battling for late-season pride and survival, fans following La Liga football betting are already exploring odds and potential value. For deeper betting breakdowns, visit our La Liga betting page.
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Real Sociedad, sitting 12th, will look to end their home campaign on a high after an up-and-down season. Girona, meanwhile, are hovering just above the relegation zone in 15th with 38 points – only five clear of 18th-placed Leganes. A loss could plunge them into danger if other results go against them. With one win in five for either side, this could be a scrappy affair with plenty riding on it.
Sociedad are unbeaten in their last six meetings with Girona and haven’t lost this fixture since 2018. Historically, La Liga head-to-head records between these two sides favour Sociedad by some margin.
Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability: Sociedad Clear Favourites
Real Sociedad: 2.05 (21/20) – 48.8%
Draw: 3.35 (47/20) – 29.9%
Girona: 3.80 (14/5) – 26.3%
*Odds courtesy of Betway, subject to change. You can find more football odds and insights on our online sports betting hub.
Head-to-Head Record
Last Five Meetings (La Liga):
19/10/24: Girona 0-1 Real Sociedad
03/02/24: Girona 0-0 Real Sociedad
12/08/23: Real Sociedad 1-1 Girona
13/05/23: Real Sociedad 2-2 Girona
02/10/22: Girona 3-5 Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad Current Form – DLLDW
Sociedad have been about as reliable as a coin toss lately, securing just one win in their last five, and no one’s quite sure which version of the team will show up each week. They finally scraped past Espanyol last weekend, a small morale boost if nothing else. But before that, it was four games without a win, including soft collapses to Celta Vigo and Real Betis. The Reale Arena hasn’t exactly been a fortress, but surely drawing with Villarreal and Mallorca counts as a win these days?
Despite their defensive leaks (conceding 9 in the last 5 games), they still boast technical quality in midfield through the likes of Martín Zubimendi who is heavily linked with a move to Arsenal over the summer transfer window. If Sociedad starts strong, they’ll feel confident controlling this game and limiting Girona’s limited firepower.
Key Players to Watch
- Mikel Oyarzabal: The Sociedad skipper is their most potent weapon up front. With a knack for arriving late in the box, he’s also been sharp from set-pieces this season.
- Martín Zubimendi: The midfield general shields the back four with discipline and is key to Sociedad’s possession structure. His ability to break up play and transition forward could decide the tempo.
- Alex Remiro: With Sociedad often exposed on the counter, Remiro’s shot-stopping will be important, especially against Girona’s late runners.
Real Sociedad Team News
Centre-back Aritz Elustondo is suspended following a red card against Espanyol. Takefusa Kubo faces a late fitness test after limping off last week. Ander Barrenetxea and Carlos Fernandez remain long-term absentees.
Girona Current Form – DLLDL
It’s been a rough final stretch for Girona. Winless in their last five, their last victory came over Sevilla in early April, and even that felt like a one-off. Since then, they’ve lost to Atlético Madrid and Real Betis and managed to forget how to score in three of those outings. They’ve struggled away from home too, going six straight La Liga matches without a win. Narrow draws against Getafe and Alaves have just about kept their head above water, but only just. A point in San Sebastián might be enough if everything else goes their way, but another no-show could leave them sweating on the final day.
Key Players to Watch
- Cristhian Stuani: The veteran striker leads the line with experience and physicality. While goals have been scarce, his presence remains Girona’s biggest threat.
- Yangel Herrera: The energetic midfielder offers bite in the press and is one of Girona’s few players capable of winning second balls in the middle of the park.
- Paulo Gazzaniga: Girona’s keeper has been under siege of late, but his reflexes have saved them from heavier defeats. He’ll need another standout display here.
Girona Team News
Borja García and David Lopez are both out injured. Viktor Tsyhankov is doubtful after missing training due to muscle tightness. Expect a few changes to the XI that faced Real Betis.
Predicted Line-Up
Real Sociedad (4-3-3):
Remiro; Traore, Le Normand, Pacheco, Rico; Zubimendi, Merino, Méndez; Kubo*, Oyarzabal, Barrenetxea*Girona (4-2-3-1):
Gazzaniga; Martínez, Juanpe, Blind, Gutiérrez; Romeu, Herrera; Tsyhankov*, García, Riquelme; Stuani*Subject to late fitness tests
Suggested Bets
Both Teams to Score (No): Girona have failed to score in 3 of their last 5, and Sociedad’s last two wins have come with clean sheets. 1.67 (67/100) – 59.9%
Under 2.5 Goals: A tight match with little risk-taking that suits both sides. 1.65 (13/20) – 60.6%
Draw at Halftime: Five of the last six meetings have been level at the break. 2.00 (1/1) – 50%
Value Bets
For bettors exploring more adventurous football betting strategies, these long-shot picks may be worth considering:
Oyarzabal – First Goalscorer: Sociedad’s captain often delivers in big moments and could strike early. 7.50 (13/2) – 13.3%
Draw at Half-Time: Four of Girona’s last five games were level at the break. 2.20 (6/5) – 45.5%
Real Sociedad Win to Nil: With Girona’s scoring troubles and Sociedad’s defensive edge at home. 3.10 (21/10) – 32.3%
Prediction: Real Sociedad to Win
Among expert Real Sociedad vs Girona predictions, a narrow home win is the popular pick. With Sociedad unbeaten in their last six against Girona, and Girona failing to win in five games, the momentum leans toward the home side. Expect Sociedad to dominate possession and edge a low-scoring affair. Girona will likely sit back and absorb – possibly for 90 minutes straight – but unless Sociedad forgets how to finish again, it probably won’t be enough to avoid defeat.
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