Levante vs Real Sociedad Prediction 20 December 2025
🎙️ Which team will manage to break their losing streak in the upcoming round? This Saturday, the "Ciudad de Valencia" will host a head-to-head clash between Levante and Real Sociedad. Both clubs find themselves in the lower half of the standings, far from meeting their season objectives. Levante's situation is further complicated by the departure of Julian Calero, who had guided the club to Spain's top flight. It will also be intriguing to see how the "Royals" perform under their new head coach. Bookmakers give a slight edge to the visitors, thanks to the quality of their squad.
Head-to-Head
📊 The teams have shown a balanced dynamic in their head-to-head clashes. Let's look at the outcomes over the last 10 encounters: Levante have secured 4 wins, there have been 2 draws, and Real Sociedad have claimed 4 victories. Notably, the average goals scored by each side during this period are as follows: "the Frogs" average 1.2, while "the Royals" average 1.3. It's telling that the "Ciutat de València" has posed significant challenges for the "White and Blues" in recent years-Real Sociedad have triumphed in just one of their last 5 visits (during the 2018/19 La Liga campaign with a 3-1 victory).
Head-to-head statistics Levante - Real Sociedad
Levante UD Team Overview
🔵 The current state of affairs at Levante is far from satisfactory for both the fans and the players. The dismissal of Julián Calero largely rests on the shoulders of the squad. Interestingly, in this season's La Liga, the "Frogs" have only secured two victories-against teams currently within the relegation zone (Girona 4-0, Real Oviedo 2-0). As it stands, the club is on a five-match losing streak. The Valencia side now sits at the bottom of the league table, still holding out hope for better days ahead. Notably, Levante have yet to win at their home ground, with 1 draw and 5 losses.
🔴 Besides their struggles in the national championship, Levante were knocked out of the Copa del Rey midweek (losing to Cultural Leonesa 0-1). However, for the current Levante, this might be a respite before an impending fierce battle for survival. In the previous La Liga round, the Valencia club made things harder for themselves by losing to Osasuna (0-2). Against a well-organized team, the newly promoted La Liga side was simply powerless. Álvaro del Moral, serving as interim head coach, is not eager to disrupt the current system. He continues to seek balance across the lines and relies on his players finding their form.
Match Results: Levante UD
Real Sociedad Team Overview
⚪️ At one point, it seemed like Real Sociedad had overcome their slump and were ready to deliver consistent performances. However, in the last three La Liga matches, the "Royal" side suffered defeats, impacting their standings negatively. Currently, the club is only one point clear of the relegation zone, putting psychological pressure on the players from San Sebastián. Away from home, the "White and Blues" have been particularly unconvincing, managing just one victory this season in La Liga (against Osasuna, 3-1). Their current average performance in the league stands at 1.25 goals scored per game while conceding 1.5.
🔵 In the previous La Liga round, the "Royal" team unexpectedly lost at home to one of the league's weaker sides, Girona (1-2). Sergio Francisco's squad was outperformed in all key statistical areas. A quick look at the expected goals stats shows 1.43 to 0.92 in favor of the "White and Reds." This led to a coaching dismissal. Midweek, the mood among Real Sociedad fans slightly improved as their favorites advanced to the next stage of the Copa del Rey by defeating Eldense (2-1). However, even against a third-tier side, the winning goal came only in the 96th minute, courtesy of Pablo Marín's efforts.
Match Results: Real Sociedad
Latest news
Levante UD
🎤 Following the unexpected cup defeat, Álvaro del Moral spoke to the media: "It's not true that we didn't aim for success in the Copa del Rey. The team places great value on the Cup; it's a truly wonderful competition. It's an opportunity to keep improving as a team, for players who haven't competed in ten days to get minutes and stay ready to push hard in this very important week for us. It makes it all the more painful to realize our journey in the tournament is over. However, if we continue to dwell on this, we risk failing our main objective-securing our place in La Liga. I assure you, by the next league match, the team will be in high spirits and ready to give their all."
❌ Among Levante's injured players are Roger Brugui (knee injury) and Unai Elhezabal (knee injury). Additionally, they cannot rely on team leader Karl Etta Eyong, who has joined the Cameroon national team.
Real Sociedad
🎤 Following Sergio Francisco's resignation, Jon Ansotegi has taken over the team on an interim basis. Meanwhile, the club continues its search for a new head coach. The leading candidate at the moment is Pellegrino Matarazzo, who previously managed Stuttgart and Hoffenheim. The announcement of the new head coach is expected after the upcoming international break. For Real Sociedad, having a mental leader on the field is crucial, with Mikel Oyarzabal fitting that role perfectly. Ansotegi commented after the cup clash: "It was very important to have him with us. We spoke with him and the medical staff-they said he could give the team 15 quality minutes at a certain point. If there had been extra time, he would have played a few minutes. He feels good, and the plan is for him to start training with the team and be available by Saturday."
❌ In Real Sociedad's injury list are Ander Barrenetxea (muscle injury), Yangel Herrera (calf injury), and Iñaki Ruperes (knee injury). Due to suspension, Jon Aramburu's contribution cannot be counted on.
⚽️ Goal Predictions
It's hard to argue that both clubs are currently facing a slump in form. A lack of balance in their defensive lines is a major issue for each team. Interestingly, in 6 of Real Sociedad's last 8 matches, both teams found the net. A similar trend is evident in 6 of the last 8 head-to-head clashes between these clubs. Our betting suggestion is - both teams to score (yes).
🚩 Corner Predictions
Let's base our bet on current statistical trends. In Levante's last 5 matches, there were no more than 10 corner kicks. A similar pattern is observed in 9 of Real Sociedad's previous 10 games. The average number of corners earned by each team this season is as follows: Levante - 3.1, Real Sociedad - 6.3. Our editorial choice is - total corners under 9.5.
Editorial Prediction
We shouldn't expect miracles from these clubs in the near future. Both teams have already undergone managerial changes this season, which often negatively impacts long-term goals. Our editorial team anticipates a high-scoring match, driven by numerous errors and each side's desire to impress their new manager. A final score of 2-2 seems highly likely. The key bet is both teams to score (yes).
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Betting Tips: Levante UD - Real Sociedad
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