Real Sociedad vs Valencia: La Liga Clash Preview

Match Context

The La Liga clash at Anoeta in San Sebastian is scheduled for 17:00 (UTC) on 17 May 2026. Real Sociedad enter round 37 in 8th place on 45 points with a goal difference of -1, while Valencia sit 11th on 43 points and -12 goal difference.

Real Sociedad Availability

Real Sociedad face multiple absences. A. Barrenetxea (Yellow Cards) is sidelined, while A. Barrenetxea (Injury) is doubtful, compounding the blow on the flanks. G. Guedes (Toe Injury) is sidelined, removing a versatile attacking option. At the back, A. Odriozola (Knee Injury) is sidelined, as is I. Ruperez (Knee Injury), further stretching defensive depth. Top scorer Mikel Oyarzabal (15 goals, 3 assists) is available and will carry the main attacking threat.

Valencia Availability

Valencia also travel with a lengthy list. L. Beltran (Knee Injury), J. Copete (Ankle Injury), M. Diakhaby (Muscle Injury) and D. Foulquier (Knee Injury) are all sidelined, significantly affecting defensive and structural options. J. Gaya (Injury) is doubtful, as is Renzo Saravia (Injury), leaving both full-back spots under question. Key creator Luis Rioja (6 assists) and fellow provider Javi Guerra (6 assists) are both available.

Impact Summary

Real Sociedad lose width and rotation in attack, but retain their primary goal source in Oyarzabal. Valencia’s main concern is defensive stability, with several backline and wing-back options sidelined or doubtful, even though their leading chance creators remain available.