Atlético Madrid - Real Sociedad: who will lift the Copa del Rey?
On Saturday, April 18, we will have the Copa del Rey final between Atlético Madrid and Real Sociedad. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 CET, and here is a betting preview for the clash.
Atlético Madrid - Real Sociedad: match facts and head-to-head
- Atlético Madrid have lost their last two matches.
- In their last six games, Atlético have managed just one win.
- Atlético Madrid have scored in nine consecutive matches.
- Real Sociedad have lost one of their previous four matches.
- Real Sociedad have scored at least one goal in 21 consecutive matches.
- Atlético win 30% of their matches to nil, while Sociedad stand at 18%.
- Only 10% of Atlético Madrid’s matches this season have been lost to nil, compared to 8% for Sociedad.
- In 42% of Atlético Madrid’s matches this season, they have scored in both halves.
Atlético Madrid - Real Sociedad: match preview
Atlético Madrid have lost five of their last six matches, but the only victory in that run came against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, which was enough to secure progression to the semi-finals. In addition, the team have shown solid consistency in the Copa del Rey. Atlético beat Barcelona in the semi-finals 4-3 on aggregate, previously thrashed Real Betis 5-0, defeated Deportivo 1-0, and overcame Baleares 3-2. Now the club have a chance to win the trophy and continue their Champions League push.
Real Sociedad have not played in European competitions this season and are competing only in La Liga and the Copa del Rey. In the league, they sit seventh with 42 points after 31 matches, four points behind fifth place, keeping their hopes of European qualification alive. In the cup, the Basque side entered from the second round. Sociedad defeated Negreira 3-0, then Reus FC 2-0, Eldense 2-1, Osasuna 3-2, Alavés 3-2, and Athletic Bilbao 2-0 over two legs. Now they have a chance to fight for the title.
Probable line-ups
- Atlético Madrid: Oblak; Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri; Simeone, Llorente, Koke, Lookman; Alvarez, Griezmann
- Real Sociedad: Marrero; Aramburu, Martin, Elustondo, Gomez; Soler, Turrientes; Sucic, Mendez, Barrenetxea; Oyarzabal
Prediction
A very important match for both teams, as it is the Copa del Rey final. I believe that the Mattress Makers will be able to lift the trophy. They have been strong in big matches throughout the season and know how to rise to the occasion. I suggest a bet on their victory.
