This will be a historic occasion for Bournemouth, who are playing their first-ever European game. They head to Anoeta to take on Real Sociedad in the Europa League.

Rotation expected from Real Sociedad after late defeat

We will see some light rotation from Real Sociedad, who were competitive for 83 goalless minutes against Atlético Madrid at the weekend, but ultimately lost 3-0. Pellegrino Matarazzo may recall Job Ochieng on the right flank, while Orri Óskarsson could feature up front.

The hosts will be without the suspended Jon Aramburu, so Héctor Fort looks sure to start at right-back. Álvaro Odriozola and Pablo Marín remain sidelined due to injuries.

La Real will be looking for Carlos Soler to dictate the play in midfield. The 29-year-old has assisted once in six outings so far this term, and he has completed 88.8% of his passes.

Real Sociedad predicted lineup vs Bournemouth (4-3-3): Remiro; Fort, Sarr, Pacheco, S. Gómez; Gorrotxategi, Soler, Sučić; Ochieng, Óskarsson, Guedes.

Bournemouth yet to find their best level under Rose

Julián Araujo, Amine Adli, Veljko Milosavljević and Eli Junior Kroupi are all carrying injuries and are set to miss the trip to the Basque Country. That will limit the options for the recently appointed Bournemouth boss Marco Rose.

The German remains winless in the Premier League, but only Man City have defeated the Cherries this term. They drew 2-2 against Brentford on Saturday, with Justin Kluivert and Marcus Tavernier on the scoresheet.

Those two players should continue in attack in this game, in support of striker Evanilson. The Brazilian has played more of a creative role this season, registering three assists but no goals across four matches.

Bournemouth predicted lineup vs Real Sociedad (4-2-3-1): Petrović; Smith, Hill, A. Silva, Truffert; Adams, Scott; Rayan, Kluivert, Tavernier; Evanilson.

Real Sociedad vs Bournemouth Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Both teams to score
  • Odds: 1.56 (22Bet)
  • Correct score prediction: Real Sociedad 2-2 Bournemouth
  • 22Bet Booking Code: Y2BVU

Key stats:

  • All of Bournemouth’s four Premier League games this season have seen both teams score.
  • Including friendlies, 11 of the last 12 Cherries matches have produced goals for each team.
  • There have been at least three goals in four of the last five Real Sociedad fixtures.

Real Sociedad were one of the most entertaining clubs in La Liga last term. 79% of their matches saw both teams find the back of the net, and they continue to look to play positive football under Matarazzo.

Backing both teams to score is a safe pick at odds of 1.56. Bournemouth never settle for defensive football, and they’ve struck at least once in each of their past 18 matches, including pre-season games. However, it’s just one clean sheet for the English club since they appointed Rose, and that came against second-tier Lincoln City in the EFL Cup.

Real Sociedad vs Bournemouth Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Marcus Tavernier to score anytime, including substitutions
  • Odds: 4.255 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: 31GVU

Tavernier has been one of the stars of the campaign so far for Bournemouth. He has scored three times in just four Premier League appearances, while the 27-year-old is averaging 3.3 shots per game.

With Real Sociedad missing their first-choice right-back, he will pose a threat in this encounter too. Tavernier offers value to score anytime at odds of 4.255.

Verdict: Both teams to score (1.56) — Real Sociedad 2-2 Bournemouth