Real Madrid vs. Real Sociedad - prediction, free live streaming , lineups

The Copa del Rey semi-final second leg between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad promises to be an exhilarating match, particularly following Real Madrid's narrow 1-0 victory in the first leg. The predicted lineup for Real Madrid suggests a 4-2-3-1 formation featuring Lunin in goal due to Courtois' injury, alongside a mix of experienced players such as Modric and Tchouameni . On the other hand, Sociedad will likely field a competitive side aiming to overturn the deficit.

Carlo Ancelotti's side are 20-time Copa del Rey winners, with their last triumph arriving in 2023. Before that, they hadn't reached the final since 2014.

Sociedad lifted this trophy for a second time in 2020, with Imanol Alguacil returning them to the promised land, but 2024/25 has so far been an ordeal for the Basque club. They enter the second leg having exited the Europa League before the international break, but a victory over Real Valladolid at the weekend saw them climb up to tenth in La Liga.

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Madrid, meanwhile, were far from convincing as they came from behind to beat Leganes 3-2. Barcelona's victory over Girona on Sunday means Carlo Ancelotti's side are three points back in the title race.

Real Madrid possible starting lineup: Lunin; Vazquez, Asensio, Rudiger, F Garcia; Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius

Real Sociedad possible starting lineup: Remiro; Traore, Zubeldia, Elustondo, Munoz; Sucic, Zubimendi, Marin; Kubo, Oyarzabal, Barrenetxea

The hosts are in with a chance at securing the treble while the Copa is their visitors’ only realistic chance at silverware this campaign. This is the third and penultimate meeting of the season between these two sides.

Real won the first two meetings, both on the road and without conceding and are currently on a four-match winning run against Sociedad. Meanwhile, in the previous 11 meetings between these two, Real Sociedad won just once. The winner on aggregate from this tie will set up a contest against Barcelona or Atletico Madrid in the final.

Predictions for this match indicate a favorable outcome for Real Madrid, with some analysts projecting a scoreline of 3-1 in their favor . This projection is bolstered by their home advantage and recent form. For viewers interested in following the match live, various streaming services such as Premier Sports Player and ESPN+ will offer coverage . Overall, this encounter not only serves as a critical moment for both teams but also highlights the intense competition characteristic of Spanish football.

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