- Date and Time: November 28, 21:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Reale Arena, San Sebastián-Donostia, Spain
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad have struggled to maintain consistency this season, which is surprising given their success in recent years. The striker issues persist—they remain unable to score on a regular basis. It is therefore even more surprising to see Umar Sadiq regularly benched by Imanol Alguacil.
He was absent during the Basque Derby, which ended in Athletic Club’s victory (1-0).
The Real Sociedad couldn’t deal with Athletic Club’s high pressure, as the Txuri-urdin attempted to play a slower game.
💫 Tot donderdag, @AFCAjax!#UEL pic.twitter.com/87pGRMJrZv
— Real Sociedad 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 (@RealSociedadEN) November 26, 2024
When players like Martin Zubimendi would normally find a solution, he couldn’t in this game. As a result, Real Sociedad played too slowly and was passing the ball around without ever posing any threat to their opponents.
Real Sociedad are currently 10th in La Liga after fourteen matches, with eleven goals scored and eleven conceded. Their record in Europe isn’t much better, as they drew against Nice (1-1), followed by a defeat against Anderlecht (1-2).
They regained control of their campaign with a win against Maccabi Tel-Aviv (1-2) but lost to Viktoria Plzeň (2-1). As a result, Real Sociedad are out of the top 24 who would qualify for the next round, making the match against Ajax a must-win.
Ajax
After disappointing results and managers in the post ten Hag era, the Dutch club hired Francisco Farioli, whose unique philosophy became a success at Nice in Ligue 1.
Farioli’s tenure has only seen one defeat in the Eredivisie (2-1 vs NAC Breda), in the first match of the season. The Amsterdam-based team is currently 3rd and still have two games in hand.
⚪️🔴⚪️ 16 games unbeaten 🤩
Next up: Real Sociedad#UEL pic.twitter.com/Duk3FzRWMa
— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) November 26, 2024
In Europe, Ajax are currently 2nd in the Europa League and remain undefeated in the competition. Ajax outclassed Besiktas (4-0), but couldn’t win against Slavia Praha (1-1). Ajax won against Qarabag (0-3), and Maccabi Tel-Aviv (5-0).
The game between Ajax and Maccabi Tel-Aviv will be remembered for the humanitarian issues, as clashes broke out between Maccabi fans and pro-Palestine protesters in the centre of Amsterdam.
Bet hereReal Sociedad vs Ajax Prediction
- Prediction: Ajax to win
- Odds: 3.76 (22Bet)
- Score Prediction: Real Sociedad 1-2 Ajax
In recent years, Real Sociedad always prioritized La Liga above the Europa League. This season should be no different, as Imanol Alguacil’s team struggles to maintain consistency. As they are currently 10th, there will likely be rotations against Ajax.
On the other hand, Ajax prioritize the Europa League ahead of the Eredivisie. They are second in the table, which makes their qualification for the next round more than likely.
1. Game time!#voljaj pic.twitter.com/DAIflMbcJr
— AFC Ajax (@AFCAjax) November 25, 2024
Real Sociedad lack the dynamism and self-assurance that characterize Ajax’s playstyle. Ajax have won important matches, including a 3-2 victory against PSV and a 0-2 win over Feyenoord.
Sociedad suffer from problems in the final third, as players like Mikel Oyarzabal and Takefusa Kubo haven’t managed to replicate their form of previous seasons.
Real Sociedad vs Ajax Betting Tip
- Pick: Brian Brobbey to score
- Odds: 3.1 (22Bet)
Brobbey’s physical power makes him one of the most challenging strikers to face in one-on-one situations in Europe. This is only amplified through Real Sociedad’s philosophy, which tends to neglect that side of the game.
La Real often struggle against physical players, as their full-back positions have not been reinforced as effectively as other areas.
Brian Brobbey puts Ajax 1-0 up against PEC Zwolle 🔴⚪️
The Dutchman’s first league goal of the season ⚽️
(🎥 @ESPNnl)#Ajax | #PECZwolle | #Eredivisie pic.twitter.com/ZSDa7rfNbA
— Get Belgian & Dutch Football News (@GBeNeFN) November 24, 2024
Indeed, Brobbey’s goal-scoring record is far from impressive, but this can change when the conditions are right. Brobbey’s involvement cannot be overstated, as he has diversified his movement.
He’s often found in the midfield or the penalty box, depending on the situation. Tracking him will be a difficult task, which is why this match could be the perfect occasion for him to score.
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