Real Sociedad – Athletic Club

Real Sociedad host Athletic Club in what promises to be a tightly‑contested La Liga clash, with both sides sitting on seven points but occupying different spots on the table. The Basque side sit ninth, having scored seven and conceded six, while the home side are twelfth, their 6‑11 goal record reflecting a leaky defence despite two wins. With each team having recorded two victories and a draw so far, the encounter could prove decisive for the mid‑table scramble, especially as head‑to‑head meetings this season have been evenly balanced. A win for either side would not only tighten the points gap but also shift the balance of power in the fiercely competitive northern rivalry.