Barcelona Seeks Victory Against Struggling Real Sociedad on Sunday

BARCELONA, Spain — FC Barcelona aims to capitalize on Real Madrid‘s recent defeat when they host Real Sociedad on Sunday at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. After a hard-fought 3–1 victory over Real Oviedo, Barcelona is eager to secure another win and cement their position in La Liga.

Barcelona currently sits second in the league, just two points behind Real Madrid, who unexpectedly lost to Atlético Madrid. This sets the stage for Barcelona to take advantage and claim the top spot with a win against Sociedad, who are struggling this season.

In their last match, Barcelona had to rally against Real Oviedo after falling behind early on. However, they turned the game around with goals from Eric García, Robert Lewandowski, and Ronald Araújo, marking their fourth consecutive win.

Real Sociedad, under new management with Sergio Francisco, has experienced a nightmare start to the campaign. Though they recently secured their first win of the season against Mallorca, they find themselves in 16th place, needing a boost from this upcoming match.

Mikel Oyarzabal remains a key player for Sociedad, and his goal last week was crucial for their morale. Meanwhile, Barcelona will miss several injured players, including Marc-André ter Stegen and Gavi, but they will rely on their depth to navigate this clash.

Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick is expected to field a competitive lineup, potentially including Lewandowski and Frenkie de Jong. The home team will look to dominate possession and maximize scoring opportunities against a Sociedad squad that will likely adopt a defensive strategy.

As the anticipation builds, this matchup not only holds significances in terms of league standings but also serves as a historical rivalry, with memorable encounters between the two sides over the years. Fans hope for an exciting and intense match at a packed Camp Nou.

The stage is set for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 PM CET.