Atletico Madrid – Real Sociedad

Atletico Madrid host Real Sociedad in a clash that could see the league leaders solidify their grip on the top four, with the hosts sitting fourth on 10 points after three wins, a draw and a loss and boasting a +4 goal difference. The visitors sit in twelfth place with seven points from two victories, one draw and three defeats, trailing by three points and carrying a –5 goal deficit. Historically, the two sides have exchanged blows in a tightly contested rivalry, each looking to tip the balance in this encounter. A win for Atletico would widen the gap to the chasing pack, while Sociedad will need three points to keep their European hopes alive.