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Feb 4, 2025
Just a few days after the last La Liga matchday, Real Sociedad and Osasuna face off once again, but this time in the Copa del Rey quarterfinal. In the league, just four days ago, Osasuna emerged victorious, securing a crucial 2-1 home win against the Basque side, with Ante Budimir as the standout performer. The former Crotone and Sampdoria striker netted a brace, helping his team overtake Real Sociedad in the standings and move within just two points of sixth-placed Vallecano. However, this time the match takes place in San Sebastián, where Real Sociedad, backed by one of the most passionate fan bases in Spain, will do everything possible to avenge their recent defeat and turn around their recent poor form in the league. Despite some struggles, they have still managed to secure qualification for the Europa League Round of 32. This match is therefore crucial for both teams, as it represents a key turning point in their respective seasons.
Real Sociedad is not in the best form, having managed just one win and four defeats in their last five matches. The only victory came in the Europa League against PAOK. So far, European competition and their Copa del Rey quarterfinal qualification have been the few bright spots in their season, with their Europa League playoff qualification keeping their European hopes alive.
To reach the Copa del Rey quarterfinal, Real Sociedad eliminated Jove Espanol, Conquense, Ponferradina, and Rayo Vallecano. Defensively, they have been solid in the tournament, conceding an average of just 0.25 goals per match, while scoring 2.5 goals per game. At home, they have lost just once in their last nine matches across all competitions (3-0 vs Getafe).
Osasuna comes into this Copa del Rey quarterfinal in good form, riding a four-match unbeaten streak with two wins and two draws. Interestingly, their last two victories have come against Basque teams: Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao. One of their key players is, as mentioned, Ante Budimir, who has already scored 15 goals this season.
Osasuna’s Copa del Rey journey has included victories over Chiclana, Ceuta, Tenerife, and Athletic Bilbao in the Round of 16. They have averaged 3.25 goals per match in the tournament, but it is worth noting that five of these goals came in their opening match against Chiclana.
Real Sociedad is more accustomed than Osasuna to handling midweek fixtures, but they have been struggling recently, as evidenced by their three consecutive league defeats. However, the Basque side will need to put in a strong performance to secure a place in the Copa del Rey semifinal for their passionate fans.
Looking at their last five head-to-head meetings, Osasuna has won four times, while Real Sociedad has won just once (January 2024). Additionally, all of these matches have had fewer than 3.5 total goals.
For this reason, the BetMines algorithm strongly favors the Under 3.5 goals outcome for Real Sociedad vs Osasuna.
Real Sociedad (4-3-3): Remiro; Aramburu, Zubeldía, Aguerd, Javi López; Zubimendi, Olasagasti, Sucic; Kubo, Oyarzabal, Barrenetxea. Coach: Alguacil.
Osasuna (4-2-3-1): Sergio Herrera; Juan Cruz, Catena, Boyomo, Areso; Torró, Moncayola; Rubén García, Aimar Oroz, Kike Barja; Budimir. Coach: Moreno.
This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams
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