Atletico Madrid Hosts Real Sociedad in La Liga Clash This Saturday

Madrid, Spain — Atletico Madrid will aim to get back to winning ways when they host Real Sociedad on Saturday, May 10, at 8 p.m. UTC at the Estadio Civitas Metropolitano. Atletico is coming off a goalless draw against Alaves, while Real Sociedad also drew 0-0 in their recent match against Athletic Bilbao.

The team, coached by Diego Simeone, currently sits third in La Liga with 67 points, ten points ahead of Real Betis, who are in sixth place. Qualifying for the UEFA Champions League is almost secured for next season. However, Atletico has struggled to clinch the La Liga title and faced disappointments in the Champions League and Copa del Rey.

Despite their recent draw, Atletico has a strong home record, securing 40 points from 17 matches this season. In contrast, Real Sociedad has only managed to earn 19 points away from home during the same period. Their last encounter ended in a 1-1 draw, but Atletico won the previous matchup 2-1 in the 2023-24 season.

Real Sociedad’s season has not met expectations, as they currently lie in 11th place. They are only one point away from eighth-placed Rayo Vallecano, which holds a Conference League playoff spot, and three points away from Celta Vigo, who are in seventh place battling for Europa League qualification.

Real Sociedad enters the match struggling, having not won since early April and only collecting two points from their last four league outings. They’ll have a tough schedule ahead, facing Celta Vigo, Real Madrid, and Girona as the season concludes. Additionally, they must replace manager Imanol Alguacil, who is set to depart this summer.

Atletico Madrid will be without their leading scorer for this match due to a suspension following a yellow card against Alaves. One player, still dealing with a muscular problem, remains questionable for Saturday. Real Sociedad has injury concerns as well, with key players sidelined and some doubtful for the contest.

Despite expectations of a low-scoring match, Atletico is favored due to home advantage. They are anticipated to return to winning form against an inconsistent Real Sociedad.