Real Sociedad de Fútbol vs RC Celta de Vigo, La Liga 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Real Sociedad de Fútbol vs RC Celta de Vigo — La Liga .
- Real Sociedad de Fútbol 38 games · 46 pts (2026/27)
- RC Celta de Vigo 38 games · 54 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Mario Melero
- Referee Manuel Torre
- Referee Jose Martinez
- Referee Adrian Cordero
- 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
Last 5 meetings
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Nov | RC Celta de Vigo | H | 2–1 | W |
| 09 Nov | Levante UD | A | 3–1 | W |
| 04 Nov | Sevilla FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 27 Oct | Club Atletico de Madrid | A | 0–2 | L |
| 22 Oct | Girona FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 05 Oct | Athletic Club | A | 3–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Nov | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | A | 1–2 | L |
| 11 Nov | Real Madrid CF | H | 2–4 | L |
| 04 Nov | Real Betis Balompie | A | 3–3 | D |
| 27 Oct | SD Eibar | H | 4–0 | W |
| 19 Oct | Deportivo Alaves | H | 0–1 | L |
| 07 Oct | Sevilla FC | A | 1–2 | L |
Season Stats
| Real Sociedad de Fútbol | RC Celta de Vigo | |
|---|---|---|
| #10 | Position | #6 |
| 46 | Points | 54 |
| 38 | Played | 38 |
| 11 / 13 / 14 | W / D / L | 14 / 12 / 12 |
| 59 | Scored | 53 |
| 61 | Conceded | 48 |
| -2 | GD | +5 |
| 1.21 | PPG | 1.42 |
| 29% | Win % | 37% |
Key Stats
56%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (16 games)
H2H (16 games)
38%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Real Sociedad de Fútbol are 10th (46 pts). RC Celta de Vigo are 6th (54 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' KICK OFF: RC Celta de Vigo gets underway.
- 5' 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 Pione Sisto suffering a number of foals already.
- 10' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 15' RC Celta de Vigo fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 20' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 25' Real Sociedad de Fútbol currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 30' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Mikel Oiarzabal made 348 appearances and scored 54 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 35' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 37' What a moment for Mikel Oiarzabal! That strike on 37 puts his side firmly in control.
- 42' It looks surprising RC Celta de Vigo does not make any changes. Iago Aspas has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 46' Time for substitution for RC Celta de Vigo. Emre Mor is replaced by Maxi Gomez.
- 47' What a moment for Zurutuza! That strike on 47 puts his side firmly in control.
- 52' RC Celta de Vigo are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 57' Real Sociedad de Fútbol are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 59' The whistle greets Andrew Hjulsager as he departs to be replaced by Sofiane Boufal.
- 63' Real Sociedad de Futbol make a change. Adnan Januzaj trudges off to be replaced by Mikel Merino on 63 minutes.
- 68' The energy levels are beginning to show. Asier Garitano might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 73' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Real Sociedad de Fútbol side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 76' It’s a booking for RC Celta de Vigo player. Junca gets a Yellow card.
- 79' Another substitution for Real Sociedad de Futbol to replace Zurutuza by Sandro Ramirez on 79 minute.
- 82' Maxi Gomez does the damage! The net is bulging and RC Celta de Vigo surge ahead!
- 86' The Real Sociedad de Futbol bench stirs into life. Joseba Zaldua is withdrawn and Andoni Gorosabel gets his opportunity.
- 87' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Maxi Gomez.
- 89' Poor challenge from Sandro Ramirez. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 90' Mikel Oiarzabal is having his name booked by the referee on 90.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Real Sociedad de Fútbol to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Real Sociedad de Fútbol Lineups
Starting XI
- 7
- 17
- 12
- 3
- 10
- 5
- 19
- 13
- 2
- 6
- 11
Bench
- 1
- 21
- 8
- 24
- 18
- 14
- 27
Coach
Asier Garitano
RC Celta de Vigo Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 4
- 3
-
5
Okay Yokuslu ↓ Pione Sisto 86'
- 16
- 17
- 1
- 23
- 21
-
7
Emre Mor ↓ Maxi Gomez 46'
- 20
Bench
-
9
Maxi Gomez ↑ 46'
-
11
Pione Sisto ↑ 86'
-
19
Sofiane Boufal ↑ 59'
- 25
- 15
- 13
- 24
Coach
Miguel Cardoso
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Iago Aspas | 6 |
| Mikel Oiarzabal | 5 |
| Willian Jose | 3 |
| Alexander Isak | 3 |
| Aritz Elustondo | 3 |
| Mikel Merino | 2 |
| Illarramendi | 2 |
| Igor Zubeldia | 2 |
Real Sociedad de Fútbol Form
2018-11-26
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
2–1
RC Celta de Vigo
W
2018-11-09
Levante UD
1–3
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
W
2018-11-04
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
0–0
Sevilla FC
D
2018-10-27
Club Atletico de Madrid
2–0
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
L
2018-10-22
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
0–0
Girona FC
D
2018-10-05
Athletic Club
1–3
Real Sociedad de Fútbol
W
RC Celta de Vigo Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.75
Real Sociedad de Fútbol xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.33
RC Celta de Vigo xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 61% + Over 2.5 goals 59%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Real Sociedad de Fútbol win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.08
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 81% |
|
19% |
| ± 2.5 | 59% |
|
41% |
| ± 3.5 | 37% |
|
63% |
| ± 4.5 | 20% |
|
80% |
Double Chance
Real Sociedad de Fútbol or Draw
75%
Draw or RC Celta de Vigo
50%
Real Sociedad de Fútbol or RC Celta de Vigo
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Real Sociedad de Fútbol win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11.6%
2 – 1
Actual
1 – 0
7.2%
2 – 0
6.9%
1 – 2
6.9%
0 – 0
6.2%
2 – 2
6%
0 – 1
5.3%
3 – 1
5.2%
0 – 2
4.1%
3 – 0
4%
3 – 2
3.6%
Asian Handicap — Real Sociedad de Fútbol
| Handicap | Real Sociedad de Fútbol covers | Push | RC Celta de Vigo covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -2 | 11% | 14% | 75% |
| -1.5 | 25% | — | 75% |
| -1 | 25% | 21% | 54% |
| -0.5 | 46% | — | 54% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 16% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Real Sociedad de Fútbol keeps clean sheet
27%
✓
RC Celta de Vigo keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.