Real Sociedad and Atlético Madrid face off in a key La Liga match on Sunday evening.
Atlético Madrid aims to extend their winning streak and improve their record against Real Sociedad, having been unbeaten in their last eight meetings.
Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid – Match preview and team news
- Date: Sunday, 4th January.
- Kick-off: 8pm BST.
- Venue: Estadio Municipal de Aneota, Donostia-San Sebastian.
Real Sociedad team news
Real Sociedad will debut new manager Pellegrino Matarazzo this season after his appointment on December 20, 2025. He takes over from Sergio Francisco.
The team is facing defensive challenges with centre-back Igor Zubeldia and midfielder Jon Gorrotxategi both suspended. Midfielder Yangel Herrera is uncertain due to a soleus injury, but captain Mikel Oyarzabal has returned from a hamstring issue and is expected to play.
Ander Barrenetxea is also undergoing a late fitness test. Should Oyarzabal be unable to play, the team will have limited attacking options.
Atletico Madrid team news
Atletico Madrid arrives with some injury worries but their attack remains strong.
Clément Lenglet is out with a knee injury, while Nicolás González will be assessed for a hamstring issue.
Despite these injuries, Diego Simeone’s team boasts key players like Julián Álvarez, Alexander Sørloth, and Antoine Griezmann, who scored in a recent match against Girona.
Form
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad has had a tough season, with only one win in their past six league games. They currently sit in 16th place with 17 points from 17 matches, following a draw with Levante and losses to Girona and Alavés.
Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid has bounced back from a slow start and is currently in fourth place with 37 points, trailing Barcelona by 12 points but having a game in hand.
The team has won eight of their last ten La Liga matches, showing consistent form. Their latest victory was a 3-0 win over Girona, highlighted by a remarkable goal from Koke.
Predicted lineups
Real Sociedad: Remiro; Aramburu, Caleta-Car, Martin, Munoz; Soler, Marin; Kubo, Mendez, Oyarzabal; Guedes.
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Llorente, Le Normand, Pubill, Hancko; Simeone, Koke, Barrios, Baena; Sorloth, Alvarez.
How to watch Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid?
Fans in the UK can watch the match on Premier Sports.
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