{"id":1442243,"date":"2026-04-09T14:28:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1442243"},"modified":"2026-04-09T14:28:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:28:17","slug":"match-preview-real-sociedad-vs-alaves-11-04-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-real-sociedad-vs-alaves-11-04-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Sociedad vs Deportivo Alaves: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Real Sociedad<\/a> return to Estadio Municipal de Anoeta for a crucial La Liga<\/a> clash with Deportivo Alaves<\/a>, with both sides aiming to sharpen their mid-table credentials as the 2025\/26 season enters its final stretch. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hosts hold a superior head-to-head record, but Alaves have triumphed in the last two meetings, adding an extra layer of intrigue to Saturday\u2019s 13:00 kick-off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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

Based on Real Sociedad\u2019s attacking edge and the recent tightness of these fixtures, here are our top betting recommendations for this Basque derby. We’re especially drawn to Mikel Oyarzabal to score at any time, given his status as Real Sociedad\u2019s top marksman and his consistent involvement in key moments.<\/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
Mikel Oyarzabal Anytime Goalscorer<\/strong><\/td>\n5\/4 @ Sky Bet<\/a>
(44.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nOyarzabal leads Real Sociedad in goals (12 in 27) and remains a constant threat, averaging nearly a goal every two games. Alaves have kept just three clean sheets all season, so backing the Basque striker at a strong price makes sense.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n5\/6 @ Betfair<\/a>
(54.5%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBoth sides rank in the league\u2019s bottom half for clean sheets, and four of the last six meetings have seen goals at both ends. With neither defence reliable, there\u2019s value in BTTS Yes at odds above evens.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Real Sociedad sit 7th (41 pts), while Deportivo Alaves are in 15th (32 pts). Both sides have had inconsistent campaigns, with Sociedad boasting a better attack and Alaves struggling to keep goals out. The standings below show the full context for both clubs\u2019 campaigns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Real Sociedad<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n46<\/td>\n45<\/td>\n+1<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Deportivo Alaves<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n32<\/td>\n43<\/td>\n-11<\/td>\n32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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