Real Sociedad vs Real Betis Match Preview

Match Context

Real Sociedad host Real Betis at Anoeta in San Sebastian on 9 May 2026 in La Liga, Regular Season - 35. Real Sociedad come into this round in 9th place on 43 points, while Real Betis sit 5th with 53 points and are pushing for Champions League qualification.

Real Sociedad Availability

Real Sociedad have several concerns. J. Aramburu (Suspension – Yellow Cards) is sidelined. A. Odriozola (Knee Injury) is sidelined. G. Guedes (Toe Injury) is doubtful. J. Karrikaburu (Ankle Injury) is doubtful. I. Ruperez (Knee Injury) is doubtful. None of these absentees feature among the league’s leading scorers or assist providers, so the main creative burden will again fall on Mikel Oyarzabal and Barrenetxea, both fully available.

Real Betis Availability

Real Betis are also missing key depth. M. Bartra (Heel Injury) is sidelined. A. Ortiz (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. C. Bakambu (Personal Reasons) is doubtful. J. Firpo (Injury) is doubtful. Their primary attacking threats C. Hernández, A. Ezzalzouli, Antony and Pablo Fornals are all available and in strong form.

Impact Summary

From an attacking perspective, both teams retain their main goal and assist outlets. Real Sociedad’s top scorer Mikel Oyarzabal (14 goals, 3 assists) is available, while Real Betis can still rely on C. Hernández (10 goals, 3 assists) and the creative trio of A. Ezzalzouli, Antony and Pablo Fornals, meaning the overall attacking output should remain largely intact despite the absences.