RC Celta de Vigo vs Real Sociedad de Fútbol, La Liga 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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RC Celta de Vigo vs Real Sociedad de Fútbol — La Liga at Estadio de Balaidos.
- RC Celta de Vigo 38 games · 54 pts (2026/27)
- Real Sociedad de Fútbol 38 games · 46 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Juan Martinez
- Referee Mario Melero
- Referee Manuel Torre
- Referee Ignacio Rubio
- Referee Francisco Saez Vital
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 38 | 94 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 38 | 86 |
| 3 | Villarreal CF | 38 | 72 |
| 4 | Club Atletico de Madrid | 38 | 69 |
| 5 | Real Betis Balompie | 38 | 60 |
| 6 | RC Celta de Vigo | 38 | 54 |
| 7 | Getafe CF | 38 | 51 |
| 8 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 38 | 50 |
| 9 | Valencia CF | 38 | 49 |
| 10 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 38 | 46 |
| 11 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 38 | 46 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 38 | 45 |
| 13 | Elche CF | 38 | 43 |
| 14 | Deportivo Alaves | 38 | 43 |
| 15 | Sevilla FC | 38 | 43 |
| 16 | CA Osasuna | 38 | 42 |
| 17 | RCD Mallorca | 38 | 42 |
| 18 | Levante UD | 38 | 42 |
| 19 | Girona FC | 38 | 41 |
| 20 | Real Oviedo | 38 | 29 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Apr | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | H | 3–1 | W |
| 03 Apr | SD Huesca | A | 3–3 | D |
| 30 Mar | Villarreal CF | H | 3–2 | W |
| 16 Mar | Real Madrid CF | A | 0–2 | L |
| 10 Mar | Real Betis Balompie | H | 0–1 | L |
| 03 Mar | SD Eibar | A | 0–1 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Apr | RC Celta de Vigo | A | 1–3 | L |
| 04 Apr | Real Betis Balompie | H | 2–1 | W |
| 31 Mar | Real Valladolid CF | A | 1–1 | D |
| 15 Mar | Levante UD | H | 1–1 | D |
| 10 Mar | Sevilla FC | A | 2–5 | L |
| 03 Mar | Club Atletico de Madrid | H | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| RC Celta de Vigo | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | |
|---|---|---|
| #6 | Position | #10 |
| 54 | Points | 46 |
| 38 | Played | 38 |
| 14 / 12 / 12 | W / D / L | 11 / 13 / 14 |
| 53 | Scored | 59 |
| 48 | Conceded | 61 |
| +5 | GD | -2 |
| 1.42 | PPG | 1.21 |
| 37% | Win % | 29% |
Key Stats
56%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (16 games)
H2H (16 games)
38%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
RC Celta de Vigo are 6th (54 pts). Real Sociedad de Fútbol are 10th (46 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for RC Celta de Vigo to score. At the same time, Real Sociedad de Fútbol does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 10' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 15' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Real Sociedad de Fútbol needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 20' Real Sociedad de Fútbol have won 435 goals from 348 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 25' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Willian Jose made 348 appearances and scored 69 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 30' RC Celta de Vigo are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Real Sociedad de Fútbol backline.
- 32' What a moment for Willian Jose! That strike on 32 puts his side firmly in control.
- 37' Supporters expect more eagerness from Ruben Blanco, as he is very good at scoring at Estadio de Balaidos with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 42' Spain international Jozabed has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 46' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Geronimo Rulli.
- 51' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Iago Aspas makes it 1-1.
- 55' Another change for Real Sociedad de Futbol made on 55 minute. Ruben Pardo leaves to be changed by Luca Sangalli.
- 58' Willian Jose picks up a Red card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 61' Another substitution for Real Sociedad de Futbol to replace Sandro Ramirez by Juanmi on 61 minute.
- 65' RC Celta de Vigo make a change. Jozabed trudges off to be replaced by Ryad Boudebouz on 65 minutes.
- 66' A moment of madness from Okay Yokuslu on 66 minutes earns him a Yellow card. RC Celta de Vigo will be frustrated.
- 70' Iago Aspas with the second goal in the match!
- 70' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Iago Aspas on 70 minutes.
- 75' Real Sociedad de Fútbol are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 80' The 31-year-old Lucas Olaza has been sensational this season — 1 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 81' Mikel Merino makes way for Jon Bautista Orgilles at the 81 minute mark. A tactical switch from Real Sociedad de Futbol.
- 86' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 90' A stunning finish from Maxi Gomez — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 90' The crowd applauds Iago Aspas as he leaves the pitch. Francisco Peinado steps in for RC Celta de Vigo.
- RC Celta de Vigo celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
RC Celta de Vigo Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
-
10
Iago Aspas ↓ Fran Beltran 90'
- 4
- 19
- 5
- 13
- 22
- 2
-
21
Jozabed ↓ Ryad Boudebouz 65'
- 14
- 15
Bench
- 11
- 3
-
16
Andrew Hjulsager ↑ 81'
-
8
Fran Beltran ↑ 90'
- 1
- 7
-
24
Ryad Boudebouz ↑ 65'
Coach
Fran Escribá
Real Sociedad de Fútbol Lineups
Starting XI
- 22
- 1
- 12
- 10
- 15
- 5
- 19
- 2
-
8
Mikel Merino ↓ Jon Bautista 81'
- 24
-
14
Ruben Pardo ↓ Luca Sangalli 55'
Bench
-
7
Juanmi ↑ 61'
- 3
-
21
Jon Bautista ↑ 81'
- 13
-
23
Luca Sangalli ↑ 55'
- 29
- 34
Coach
Imanol Alguacil
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Iago Aspas | 6 |
| Mikel Oiarzabal | 5 |
| Aritz Elustondo | 3 |
| Willian Jose | 3 |
| Alexander Isak | 3 |
| Maxi Gomez | 2 |
| Mikel Merino | 2 |
| Illarramendi | 2 |
Head to Head
RC Celta de Vigo Form
Real Sociedad de Fútbol Form
2019-04-07
RC Celta de Vigo
3–1
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
L
2019-04-04
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
2–1
Real Betis Balompie
W
2019-03-31
Real Valladolid CF
1–1
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
D
2019-03-15
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
1–1
Levante UD
D
2019-03-10
Sevilla FC
5–2
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
L
2019-03-03
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
0–2
Club Atletico de Madrid
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
2.18
RC Celta de Vigo xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.41
Real Sociedad de Fútbol xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 68% + Both teams to score 67%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: RC Celta de Vigo win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.59
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 87% |
|
13% |
| ± 2.5 | 68% |
|
32% |
| ± 3.5 | 47% |
|
53% |
| ± 4.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
Double Chance
RC Celta de Vigo or Draw
76%
Draw or Real Sociedad de Fútbol
46%
RC Celta de Vigo or Real Sociedad de Fútbol
77%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Real Sociedad de Fútbol win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
9.3%
2 – 1
8.9%
2 – 0
6.6%
3 – 1
Actual
2 – 2
6.2%
1 – 2
5.8%
1 – 0
5.5%
3 – 0
4.7%
3 – 2
4.5%
0 – 0
4.1%
4 – 1
3.5%
0 – 1
3.3%
Asian Handicap — RC Celta de Vigo
| Handicap | RC Celta de Vigo covers | Push | Real Sociedad de Fútbol covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| -2 | 17% | 16% | 67% |
| -1.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| -1 | 33% | 21% | 46% |
| -0.5 | 54% | — | 46% |
| +0.5 | 76% | — | 24% |
| +1 | 76% | 13% | 11% |
| +1.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
| +2 | 89% | 7% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
RC Celta de Vigo keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Real Sociedad de Fútbol keeps clean sheet
12%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.