Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the La Liga match.
At Estadio Carlos Tartiere, two teams with contrasting starts to the season but similar attacking issues will meet. Real Oviedo have returned to La Liga, yet they have not scored a single goal so far. Real Sociedad remain strong on paper as usual, yet they are also enduring a stuttering start.
Real Oviedo
Real Oviedo have been handed a tough schedule. After matches against Villarreal (0:2) and Real Madrid (0:3), the squad understandably remained without points. Before facing Real Madrid, the club had an impressive home run in the Segunda División — eight matches unbeaten, six of which ended in wins. The current problems for Real Oviedo are poor finishing and a weak defence: five goals conceded in two matchdays, 1.43 xG and no goals scored.
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have also started unevenly, with draws against Valencia (1:1) and RCD Espanyol (2:2). However, they are taking their chances, with 1.9 xG across the first two matches and three goals scored. The front line of Takefusa Kubo, Mikel Oyarzabal and Ander Barrenetxea has been especially bright, and they have each already recorded one goal involvement. Including friendlies, Real Sociedad are on a six-match unbeaten run, and they failed to score only once.
Real Oviedo vs Real Sociedad Prediction
It is difficult for Real Oviedo to compete with established La Liga teams, and even a meeting with Real Sociedad looks a step too far for the hosts. The visitors should be capable of taking three points against the newly promoted side, but for cover we will take the zero handicap.
