Espanyol vs Real Sociedad Prediction: Match Preview and Analysis | La Liga 23-05-2026
The final matchday of La Liga brings together two sides level on points in mid‑table, as Espanyol host Real Sociedad in a fixture that closes a season full of contrasts for both. The Catalan team began the campaign with high ambitions, even dreaming of European qualification, but a long negative run forced them to fight for survival. Two consecutive victories, however, have secured their place in the top flight before this last encounter. The visitors, meanwhile, arrive with the same number of points but with the satisfaction of having lifted the Copa del Rey, which guarantees them a spot in next season’s Europa League.