{"id":1425831,"date":"2026-01-23T10:45:59","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T10:45:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1425831"},"modified":"2026-01-23T10:46:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T10:46:02","slug":"match-preview-real-sociedad-vs-celta-vigo-25-01-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-real-sociedad-vs-celta-vigo-25-01-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Sociedad vs Celta de Vigo: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Real Sociedad<\/a> and Celta de Vigo<\/a> face off in a battle between two sides with plenty to prove in the upper mid-table of La Liga<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With both teams showing attacking intent but delivering it in contrasting ways, this fixture at Reale Arena promises tactical intrigue and a clash of finishing streaks. Kick-off is set for 17:30 on Sunday 25 January, and both teams will be hunting points to solidify their European ambitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on sharp trends from the season and recent head-to-heads, here are our top betting recommendations for this La Liga clash. We’re particularly confident in backing Real Sociedad to win, given their creative dominance and strong historical record against Celta. There’s also value in supporting goals at both ends, as well as considering a player prop given the attacking form of both squads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Real Sociedad to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/1 @ Betfair<\/a>
(50.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Sociedad because they lead the all-time head-to-head with 10 wins from 19 and have created significantly more chances this season (206 key passes to Celta’s 162). Their xG matches their goal return, indicating reliable finishing at home.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(55.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here: Celta have scored in five of their last six league games, and Sociedad average 1.3 goals per match. Recent head-to-heads have also trended towards goals for both sides.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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