Match Details
The match between Cadiz and Real Sociedad is scheduled to take place on December 21, 2023, at Estadio Nuevo Mirandilla. It is a La Liga regular season match, and the odds currently favor Real Sociedad with a 1.92 chance of winning.
Head-to-Head Comparison
In their previous encounters, Real Sociedad has had the upper hand against Cadiz. In their most recent meeting on March 3, 2023, they played out a goalless draw. However, prior to that, Real Sociedad won three consecutive matches against Cadiz by significant margins. The teams have faced each other six times in total, with Real Sociedad scoring ten goals and conceding only one.
Team Form: Cadiz
Cadiz has struggled in recent matches across various competitions. They have failed to secure a win in their last six games and have drawn four of them. Their offensive performance has been lackluster, scoring just five goals while conceding nine during this period. In La Liga standings, they currently sit at the 16th position with 14 points from 17 matches.
In their most recent match against Las Palmas in La Liga on December 17th, they managed to salvage a point with a late equalizer from Chris Ramos in the 83rd minute.
Team Form: Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad has been performing well recently and remains unbeaten in their last six matches across all competitions. They have secured two wins and four draws during this period while only conceding one goal. In La Liga standings, they are placed sixth with 30 points from 17 matches.
Their most recent match was against Real Betis on December 17th where they played out a goalless draw.
Key Players
For Cadiz, Darwin Daniel Machís Marcano, also known as D. Machís, has been a standout performer in the attacking department with three goals in 14 matches. Chris Ramos has also made an impact with five goals and one assist in 18 appearances.
Real Sociedad’s Mikel Oyarzabal has been their key player, contributing nine goals and one assist in 22 matches. Takefusa Kubo has also been influential with 12 goals and eight assists in 46 appearances.
Statistical Insights
Cadiz’s struggles can be seen in their goal difference of -10, having conceded more than twice the number of goals they have scored so far this season. Their home record is relatively balanced, with two wins, four draws, and two losses from eight matches.
On the other hand, Real Sociedad boasts a positive goal difference of +11. They have been particularly strong away from home with three wins, three draws, and two losses from eight matches.
Prediction: Cadiz 1 – 2 Real Sociedad
Based on recent performances and statistical analysis, it is predicted that Real Sociedad will come out on top in this match against Cadiz. With their stronger form and offensive firepower led by Mikel Oyarzabal and Takefusa Kubo, Real Sociedad is expected to secure a narrow victory with a scoreline of 2-1. However, football is unpredictable and anything can happen on matchday.