- Date and Time: Thursday, January 30, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Reale Arena, San Sebastián, Spain
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| Real Sociedad vs PAOK | Thursday, January 30, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1 |
| Real Sociedad odds | 1.56 |
| PAOK odds | 6.15 |
| Draw | 3.94 |
| Over\Under | Total 2.5: 1.78/2.03 |
Real Sociedad vs PAOK Preview and Team News
Real Sociedad Team News
While the team ranks 18th in the Europa League and is likely to qualify for the knock-out rounds, their season in La Liga has been disappointing. Under Imanol Alguacil, fans saw great heights two seasons ago, reaching fourth place in La Liga.
The squad currently occupy 9th place in La Liga after a soulless 3-0 defeat by Getafe. While the latter are known for their so-called anti-football practices, Real Sociedad could only blame themselves for the loss. The team lacks a number nine after sending Umar Sadiq to Valencia. The club have money but seems unwilling to invest in a quality striker.
🔛 All out for another victory at 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 💪#RealSociedadGetafe pic.twitter.com/PwqTlbSiqz
— Real Sociedad 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 (@RealSociedadEN) January 26, 2025
Players like Martin Zubimendi, who previously insisted on staying, are now open to leave. Barcelona and Arsenal had come knocking less than a year ago, but the Basque academy product insisted he wouldn’t consider a move. Half a year later, his position seems to have changed.
Despite the challenges and the criticism, Imanol Alguacil’s squad won’t change: “I won’t ask for new signings. I trust in the academy”. He insists the team will have ups and downs due to the inexperience of young players.
Aihen Muñoz, Arsen Zakharyan, and Hamari Traoré remain sidelined.
Real Sociedad predicted lineup vs PAOK (4-1-4-1): Remiro; Lopez, Pacheco, Zubeldia, Aramburu; Zubimendi; Gomez, Olasagasti, Turrientes, Kubo; Oyarzabal.
PAOK Team News
While PAOK perform well in other tournaments, they’ve struggled to translate that success into European competition. They rank fourth in the Greek League, with 37 points in 20 games.
The visitors struggled to break down 12th-placed Levadiakos despite dominating with 69% possession. However, the Thessaloniki-based team only registered three more shots than their opponents.
PAOK secured a 2-0 victory over Slavia Praha but suffered a 2-0 defeat against Manchester United. A key reason for their struggles has been their inefficiency in the final third, as seen in their match against FCSB. Despite creating multiple chances and playing with a numerical advantage for 50 minutes, the side still suffered a 1-0 defeat.
Getting ready for a great European night! ⚫⚪ #RSOPAOK #UEL @EuropaLeague pic.twitter.com/dKaQ9AAK2R
— PAOK FC (@PAOK_FC) January 29, 2025
Andrija Živković, Dejan Lovren, Jonathan Gomez, Omar Colley, and Thomas Murg remain sidelined.
PAOK predicted lineup 4-2-3-1 vs Real Sociedad: Kotarski; Rahman Baba, Michailidis, Kędziora, Otto; Schwab, Ozdoev; Taison, Konstantelias, Despodov; Chalov.
Bet hereReal Sociedad vs PAOK Prediction
- Prediction: Real Sociedad to win
- Odds: 1.56 (22Bet)
- Score Prediction: Real Sociedad 1-0 PAOK
Both teams enter the match level on 10 points, needing a win to secure a place in the knockout round. While PAOK remain in contention for the Greek league title, Real Sociedad have fallen out of the race for a top-four finish in La Liga. As a result, they’re likely to prioritize European competition.
Their results in the tournament have been better, and Real Sociedad can count on the home advantage. With the guests failing to convert their advantage more than once, the hosts will be the favourites for the night.
Real Sociedad vs PAOK Betting Tip
- Pick: Takefusa Kubo to score
- Odds: 3.2 (22Bet)
Despite most of his team struggling against Getafe, Takefusa Kubo was one of the only players who had a great night. It’s also a broader truth throughout the season, with the Japanese continuing to create in spite of the lack of progress as a squad.
If Real Sociedad fail to qualify for Europe, Takefusa Kubo will be one of the most sought-after players on the market.
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