TIPS - Real Sociedad VS Villarreal

[(Real Sociedad) Strength]:
1. Real Sociedad midfielder Brais Mendez scored a goal in the last league game, helping the team open the scoring. He has 2 goals in the last 3 league matches, performing actively.
2. Real Sociedad won 3-1 over CA Osasuna in the last league game on the road, remaining unbeaten with 3 wins and 2 draws in the last 5 league games, showing fit form.
3. Real Sociedad scored 11 goals in the last 5 league games, averaging 2 goals per game, boasting full attack.
4. Real Sociedad's home performance is commendable, with 3 of their 4 victories this season coming from home matches, and they are currently on a 2-match home winning streak.
5. Real Sociedad have a record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 6 league encounters between the two teams, having the upper hand.

[(Real Sociedad) Weakness]:
1. Real Sociedad will be missing multiple starters due to injury, with forwards Orri Oskarsson, Mikel Oyarzabal, Jon Karrikaburu, and midfielder Yangel Herrera all unavailable, while the participation of defender Igor Zubeldia is also in doubt. The injury to Mikel Oyarzabal is a major blow to the team, as the Spanish international is the biggest threat in their attack, having scored 5 goals and provided 3 assists in 14 appearances.
2. Real Sociedad conceded 18 goals in 13 league games this season so far, keeping only one clean sheet, featuring poor defense.

[(Villarreal) Strength]:
1. Villarreal forward Gerard Moreno opened the scoring for the team in the 6th minute of the last league match. He has scored in 4 consecutive league matches recently, showing outstanding form in the league.
2. Villarreal won 2-1 over RCD Mallorca at home in the last league game, securing a 4-game winning streak in the league.
3. Villarreal scored 12 goals in the last 5 league games, at least 2 goals per game, showing full offense.
4. Villarreal conceded only 11 goals in 13 league games this season, tying with Atletico Madrid for the fewest goals conceded in La Liga.
5. Villarreal won 3, drew 1, and lost 2 in their 6 league games on the road this season so far, ranking 4th on the road in La Liga.

[(Villarreal) Weakness]:
1. Villarreal defenders Logan Costa and Willy Kambwala, as well as forward Pau Cabanes, will miss this league game due to injuries.
2. Villarreal traveled to Germany mid-week for a Champions League match against Bundesliga powerhouse Borussia Dortmund. Following consecutive away games, the players will clearly struggle to recover to their optimal condition for this match.
3. Villarreal suffered a crushing 4-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund in the last Champions League match on the road. They were winless with 1 draw and 4 losses in this year's Champions League, performing poorly.

[Tips]:
Real Sociedad's form has recently improved, being unbeaten in 5 consecutive league matches.

The team have strong attack and decent home strength, but there are still certain vulnerabilities in their defense.

Although Villarreal performed poorly in the Champions League, they continue to show excellent form in La Liga, currently enjoying a 4-match winning streak.

The team performed well on both offense and defense in the league, and their away strength is considerable.

Real Sociedad had an advantage over Real Sociedad in past meetings, and they have the advantage of better physical condition without European football missions.

However, they do not receive favorable support from the AH line despite playing at home in this match.

Thus, Villarreal should be favored.

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