Alaves will look to leverage their defensive organization and home advantage at Estadio Mendizorrotza to contain Real Sociedad’s attacking threats. Conversely, Real Sociedad aims to exploit quick transition opportunities, led by their creative midfielders. Tactical differences—possession-based for Alaves versus counter-attacking for Real Sociedad—could be decisive in an evenly matched encounter.
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These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
Considering recent performances, betting on a draw or Real Sociedad with a double chance could be a prudent choice, given their superior historical record and current form.
Over 2.5 goals seems probable, considering both teams’ recent attacking outputs. Alaves’s limited goal-scoring and Real Sociedad’s consistent goal flow support this.
Both teams have scored in several recent matches, but considering Alaves’s goal-scoring struggles and Real Sociedad’s defensive lapses, Both Teams To Score (BTTS) could be a viable option.
A cautious first half is probable with expectations for a tightly contested game. Real Sociedad might edge ahead, with a halftime lead translating into a full-time victory.
The upcoming La Liga fixture on December 6, 2025, between Alaves and Real Sociedad is likely to favor Real Sociedad, given their superior recent form and head-to-head record. Expect a competitive game with goals from both sides, but the visitors hold a slight edge.
Recent head-to-head results show a clear dominance of Real Sociedad, winning 62% of recent matches versus Alaves. The most recent encounter was a 1-0 victory for Alaves in April 2025, indicating competitive matches.
Current injury reports suggest that both teams are mostly fit, with no significant absences affecting key players. Alaves's squad depth might be tested, but both teams are likely to field strong lineups.
Expected formations are a 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1 for Alaves and a 4-1-4-1 or 4-3-3 for Real Sociedad. Tactical setups focus on possession for Alaves and counter-attacking for Real Sociedad, which could shape the overall flow of the game.
Real Sociedad has shown stronger recent form with a 67% win rate over the last 5 matches, compared to Alaves’s 20%. Alaves’s results are fluctuating, with inconsistent performances both home and away, while Real Sociedad maintains a more stable form.
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The match between Alaves and Real Sociedad is scheduled for December 6, 2025, at Estadio Mendizorrotza. Based on recent form and statistical analysis, Real Sociedad is favored to win, but Alaves’s resilience could lead to a closely contested game.
Real Sociedad's recent form is stronger with 67% win rate over the last five matches compared to Alaves's 20%. Historically, Real Sociedad holds a significant edge in head-to-head encounters, improving their chances of victory in this fixture.
The key to this match might be the tactical approach. Alaves often utilizes a 4-4-2 formation, emphasizing possession and resilience, while Real Sociedad prefers a more attacking 4-2-3-1 and 4-1-4-1 formations, focusing on counter-attacks. Such differences could influence the match’s dynamics, favoring Real Sociedad’s counter-attacking style.
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