Real Sociedad
Midtjylland
Feb 20 21:00
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Real Sociedad will travel to Denmark for the first leg of their Europa League knockout round playoff against FC Midtjylland. The hosts finished the League Phase in 20th place. Real Sociedad ranked 13th, two points ahead, securing home advantage for the second leg.
Full-Time Result Prediction
Real Sociedad to Win
Form Guide
Real Sociedad
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Real Sociedad finished two points ahead of Midtjylland, just missing the top eight. They won four, drew one, and lost three of their eight matches. Their start was shaky, with one win in their first four games (D1, L3). But they improved, winning three of their last four matches. All those wins came at home, beating Ajax, Dynamo Kyiv, and PAOK without conceding. Next week, they will aim for a fourth consecutive European home win. First, they must handle the away leg in Denmark. So far, they have only won one away game in the competition. Unlike Midtjylland, Real Sociedad has played three competitive matches since the League Phase ended. They lost to Osasuna in La Liga but beat them days later in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals. They also won 2-1 against Espanyol, with goals from Sheraldo Becker and Brais Méndez.
Midtjylland
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Midtjylland had an inconsistent League Phase. They started strong, earning seven points from their first three games. However, they lost momentum, suffering three straight defeats against FCSB, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Porto. They bounced back with a 2-0 win at Ludogorets. Then, an 86th-minute goal from Valdemar Byskov secured a 2-2 home draw against Fenerbahce. Now, they are set for their third appearance in the Europa League knockout rounds. This will be their first European match against a Spanish team.
Prediction
Real Sociedad's home advantage and current form suggest they might edge out a victory. A 2-1 win for the Spanish side is a reasonable expectation.
What are the best odds for the game?
Bookmakers have the home side to win at 1.78 odds, 3.80 for a draw, and 3.88 for an away victory.
This analysis serves as a guide to assist you in making informed betting decisions. Remember, your wagers are your responsibility, so please bet wisely.
