Real Sociedad vs Oviedo: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips

La Liga Preview: Real Sociedad vs Oviedo

Real Sociedad is set to host Oviedo at the Reale Arena on Saturday, February 21,2026,1,2:00 GMT. The home team will be looking to bounce back from their last meeting in August 2025,1-0,2,3where Oviedo took the three points.

Real Sociedad's recent form has been inconsistent, but they have shown glimpses of quality that suggests they can compete at the top level. Their home record will be crucial in this fixture as Oviedo has struggled on the road. The visitors have found it difficult to break down the home team's defense and create clear cut chances.

The tactical battle will be intriguing as Real Sociedad will likely look to control the tempo of the game, and use their possession to wear down Oviedo. The visitors, on the other hand, might look to use the counter-attack as a way to catch the home team off guard and create opportunities on the break.

Given the recent head-to-head results, and the bookmaker odds, it seems likely that Real Sociedad will take the three points. However, the draw is a possibility that cannot be ruled out. If Oviedo can find a way to break down the home team's defense and create clear chances, they might take something from the game.

The stage is set for an intriguing encounter between two teams with different strengths and weaknesses. Real Sociedad's home record and Oviedo's away struggles will be the key factors in this fixture. The outcome is difficult to predict but one thing is certain - it will be a closely contested match with both teams giving their all to take the three points.