Real Sociedad de Fútbol vs FC Barcelona, La Liga 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Real Sociedad de Fútbol vs FC Barcelona — La Liga .
- Real Sociedad de Fútbol 7 games · 10 pts (2026/27)
- FC Barcelona 7 games · 21 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Carlos del Cerro
- Referee Juan Carlos Yuste
- Referee Abraham Alvarez
- Referee Santiago Jaime
- Referee David Galvez
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 7 | 16 |
| 3 | Real Betis Balompié | 7 | 16 |
| 4 | Real Madrid CF | 7 | 15 |
| 5 | Sevilla FC | 7 | 13 |
| 6 | Deportivo Alavés | 7 | 11 |
| 7 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 7 | 10 |
| 8 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 7 | 10 |
| 9 | CA Osasuna | 7 | 8 |
| 10 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 7 | 8 |
| 11 | Villarreal CF | 7 | 8 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 6 | 8 |
| 13 | Getafe CF | 7 | 8 |
| 14 | RC Celta de Vigo | 7 | 7 |
| 15 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 7 | 7 |
| 16 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 7 | 7 |
| 17 | Levante UD | 6 | 5 |
| 18 | Elche CF | 7 | 5 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 7 | 4 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 7 | 3 |
Head-to-Head
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | FC Barcelona | H | 1–2 | L |
| 31 Aug | SD Eibar | A | 1–2 | L |
| 24 Aug | CD Leganes | A | 2–2 | D |
| 18 Aug | Villarreal CF | A | 2–1 | W |
| 05 Nov | Brislington FC | H | 2–4 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | A | 2–1 | W |
| 02 Sep | SD Huesca | H | 8–2 | W |
| 25 Aug | Real Valladolid CF | A | 1–0 | W |
| 18 Aug | Deportivo Alavés | H | 3–0 | W |
| 06 May | FK Spartak Moskva | A | 1–1 | D |
| 28 Apr | GNK Dinamo Zagreb | H | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| Real Sociedad de Fútbol | FC Barcelona | |
|---|---|---|
| #8 | Position | #1 |
| 10 | Points | 21 |
| 7 | Played | 7 |
| 3 / 1 / 3 | W / D / L | 7 / 0 / 0 |
| 9 | Scored | 31 |
| 13 | Conceded | 7 |
| -4 | GD | +24 |
| 1.43 | PPG | 3.00 |
| 43% | Win % | 100% |
Key Stats
63%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (16 games)
H2H (16 games)
69%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
14%
Clean Sheets
Real Sociedad de Fútbol this season
Real Sociedad de Fútbol this season
43%
Clean Sheets
FC Barcelona this season
FC Barcelona this season
Real Sociedad de Fútbol are 8th (10 pts). FC Barcelona are 1st (21 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
0-15
2/–
16-30
1/–
31-45
2/2
46-60
–/2
61-75
2/4
76+
2/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
FC Barcelona
0-15
4/1
16-30
6/2
31-45
3/–
46-60
3/1
61-75
5/1
76+
8/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
| Luka Sucic | 3 G |
| Ander Barrenetxea | 2 G |
FC Barcelona
| Raphinha | 12 G | 2 A |
| Lamine Yamal | 7 G | 4 A |
| Fermin Lopez | 4 G | 2 A |
| Karim Adeyemi | 2 G | 2 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' That's the starting whistle at . Ninety minutes of football awaits between Real Sociedad de Futbol and FC Barcelona.
- 5' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 10' Both keepers have barely been tested. Real Sociedad de Futbol and FC Barcelona are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 12' Aritz Elustondo is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the defender.
- 17' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 22' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Marc-Andre ter Stegen made 516 appearances and scored 0 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 27' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 32' Igor Zubeldia has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 3 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 37' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 42' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 43' Illarramendi has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 43.
- 46' Time for substitution for FC Barcelona. Nelsinho is replaced by Philippe Coutinho.
- 51' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Ruben Pardo suffering a number of foals already.
- 56' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 57' Another substitution for FC Barcelona to replace Rafinha by Busquets on 57 minute.
- 62' The energy levels are beginning to show. Asier Garitano might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 63' Against the run of play, Luis Suarez has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 66' The France Ousmane Dembele breaks the deadlock on 66 minutes. 1-2!
- 71' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Real Sociedad de Futbol and FC Barcelona are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 73' Real Sociedad de Futbol manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Jon Bautista Orgilles is hanging Zurutuza on the field on 73 minute.
- 77' Another change for FC Barcelona made on 77 minute. Ousmane Dembele leaves to be changed by Arturo Vidal.
- 82' The crowd applauds Illarramendi as he leaves the pitch. Mikel Merino steps in for Real Sociedad de Futbol.
- 87' The referee has no hesitation. Samuel Umtiti is booked for FC Barcelona — Yellow card on 87.
- With this win, FC Barcelona is likely to improve its situation in the overall team standings.
Lineups
Real Sociedad de Fútbol Lineups
Starting XI
- 4
- 7
- 17
- 1
- 10
- 15
- 5
- 19
- 2
- 6
- 14
Bench
- 22
- 20
- 21
- 13
- 8
- 18
- 23
Coach
Asier Garitano
FC Barcelona Lineups
Starting XI
- 12
- 9
- 1
- 3
- 18
- 10
- 23
-
11
Ousmane Dembele ↓ Arturo Vidal 77'
- 4
- 2
- 20
Bench
- 15
-
22
Arturo Vidal ↑ 77'
-
7
Philippe Coutinho ↑ 46'
- 24
-
5
Busquets ↑ 57'
- 13
- 19
Coach
Ernesto Valverde
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Robert Lewandowski | 4 |
| Ousmane Dembele | 3 |
| Lionel Messi | 3 |
| Jordi Alba | 3 |
| Antoine Griezmann | 2 |
| Alexander Isak | 2 |
| Luis Suarez | 2 |
| Mikel Oiarzabal | 2 |
Head to Head
Real Sociedad de Fútbol Form
FC Barcelona Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.01
Real Sociedad de Fútbol xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
3.66
FC Barcelona xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 82% + FC Barcelona to win 70%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: FC Barcelona win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 4.67
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 98% |
|
2% |
| ± 1.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 2.5 | 82% |
|
18% |
| ± 3.5 | 66% |
|
34% |
| ± 4.5 | 47% |
|
53% |
Double Chance
Real Sociedad de Fútbol or Draw
30%
Draw or FC Barcelona
86%
Real Sociedad de Fútbol or FC Barcelona
84%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Real Sociedad de Fútbol win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 3
7.9%
1 – 3
7.7%
0 – 4
7%
1 – 4
7%
0 – 2
6.8%
1 – 2
Actual
1 – 5
5.1%
0 – 5
5.1%
1 – 1
4.2%
2 – 3
3.9%
0 – 1
3.7%
2 – 4
3.5%
Asian Handicap — Real Sociedad de Fútbol
| Handicap | Real Sociedad de Fútbol covers | Push | FC Barcelona covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 1% | — | 99% |
| -2 | 1% | 2% | 98% |
| -1.5 | 2% | — | 98% |
| -1 | 2% | 4% | 94% |
| -0.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| +0.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| +1 | 17% | 16% | 67% |
| +1.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| +2 | 33% | 19% | 48% |
| +2.5 | 52% | — | 48% |
Clean Sheet
Real Sociedad de Fútbol keeps clean sheet
3%
✓
FC Barcelona keeps clean sheet
37%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

