Team Analysis
Real Sociedad has had a challenging season, finishing the group stage in 13th place. Their struggles have been particularly evident in away matches, but they have maintained a strong home defense, conceding only two goals at home. However, they come into this match on the back of a heavy defeat to Barcelona, which raises concerns about their morale and form. Key players Zakharyan, Pacheco, and Odriozola are doubtful, which could further impact their performance.
Manchester United has endured a tumultuous season, currently languishing in 14th place in the Premier League. Their disappointing performance led to an early exit from both the League Cup and the FA Cup. However, they have shown resilience in the Europa League, finishing third in their group, and Rasmus Højlund has been a bright spot with five goals in eight matches. Despite their struggles, they have managed to score in every Europa League match this season, although they are also dealing with notable injuries, including Amad Diallo and other key squad members.
Head-to-Head
In the last six encounters between Real Sociedad and Manchester United, the latter has had the upper hand with three wins, two draws, and one loss. Their previous meetings in the Europa League group stage during the 2022/23 season saw Sociedad secure a narrow 1-0 victory at Old Trafford, followed by a similar result in favor of Manchester United in the reverse fixture. Notably, these matches have seen limited scoring, making it unlikely for both teams to find the net.
Prediction
Considering both teams' current form and the stakes of this match, a closely contested game is expected. Real Sociedad's recent struggles, combined with Manchester United's ongoing issues, suggest a low-scoring affair. With the potential for one team to score, it appears likely that Manchester United could edge this match, potentially finishing 1-0 in their favor. Given the overall dynamics and previous head-to-head statistics, the recommended prediction is for total goals to be under 2.5.
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