Wednesday night brings us a thrilling Basque derby: the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final between Real Sociedad and Athletic Bilbao, with a place in the Seville final on the line.
The Txuri-urdin hold a significant – though not decisive – advantage after claiming a crucial away win at San Mamés in the first leg, thanks to a decisive strike from Turrientes. However, the Leones are fully determined to turn the tie around. Ernesto “Txingurri” Valverde’s side is enjoying a positive spell, collecting three wins and one draw in their last four league outings. The Copa del Rey represents a golden opportunity to add real prestige to an otherwise underwhelming campaign.
Real Sociedad, though, are in strong form as well. Saturday’s victory at Son Moix boosted morale, and the squad is fully aware that Wednesday’s clash is the most important match of their season so far.
Team news suggests potential absences on both sides. Oskarsson did not train with the group and is expected to miss out, likely joining Kubo on the sidelines. Athletic, meanwhile, could be without Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta, who suffered a dislocated shoulder, adding to the probable absentees list alongside Nico Williams, Beñat and Sannadi.
From a betting perspective, the “Both Teams to Score” option stands out as the most valuable play. Athletic are expected to adopt an attacking approach as they chase the comeback, and their recent form suggests they have the tools to trouble Real Sociedad. At the same time, the Txuri-urdin, backed by their home crowd, possess more than enough quality to find the net themselves.
Prediction: Both Teams to Score – YES
Bet365.it @ 1.91 | Lottomatica @ 1.85 | AdmiralBet @ 1.83
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