The last test before Real Madrid’s UEFA Champions League knockout match against SL Benfica will be their game against Real Sociedad. At the Santiago Bernabéu, the visitors are capable of causing problems for the hosts, especially as in 2026 they have already beaten Barcelona, the LaLiga leaders, 2:1.
Real Madrid
Real Madrid have had a perfect record in LaLiga since the start of January. They have won five league matches in a row, but in each of their last four games the under 3.5 goals bet has landed. At the Estadio de Mestalla against Valencia, the squad took a long time to get in front, generating only 0.96 xG over 90 minutes. The return of Vinícius Júnior to the squad will of course help them, but without the injured Jude Bellingham they will still have problems with creativity in the final third.
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad are on an excellent run in all competitions: they have reached the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey, and their unbeaten streak stands at 10 matches. The side tend to be involved in low-scoring games — in 11 LaLiga away matches there have been only four matches with four or more goals. The Copa del Rey match against Athletic Club is certain to affect the visitors’ condition, and they are likely to be forced to defend deep at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad Prediction
In nine head-to-head matches between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad since the start of 2023, they have seen over 3.5 goals only once. The upcoming meeting is likely to be played at a moderate attacking tempo.
