Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(43) 36 Goals 30 (44)
(24) 16 Assists 13 (27)
(6.6) 6.8 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.7)
32.5 Average Age 29.4
180.6 Average Height (cm) 182.4
(0.8) 1.1 Shots pg 0.7 (0.9)
(51%) 50% Aerial Duel Success 52% (51%)
(0.7) 0.6 Dribbles pg 1 (0.9)
(1.3) 1.2 Tackles pg 1.3 (1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Espanyol
Real Sociedad
Player Reason Status Rating
Pablo Piatti Out 6.39
David López Out 6.72
Player Reason Status Rating
Luca Sangalli Out 6.51
Joseba Zaldúa Out 6.8
Andoni Gorosabel Doubtful 6.44
David Zurutuza Doubtful 6.63
Aritz Elustondo Doubtful 6.93

Team News

Espanyol
Real Sociedad
  • Mario Hermoso hasn't taken part in all of training this week, but is expected to start at centre-back.
  • Esteban Granero is expected to be preferred to Victor Sanchez in central midfield.
  • Adria Pedrosa will continue at left-back, while Roberto Rosales is expected to retain his place ahead of Javi Lopez.
  • Joseba Zaldua is sidelined with a calf injury for the final weekend.
  • Andoni Gorosabel and Aritz Elustondo are both injury doubts at right-back, too.
  • Aihen Munoz is expected to start at left-back, while Ander Barrenetxea should be preferred to Adnan Januzaj on the right wing.

Prediction

  • Espanyol have ended the season well, taking four wins and four draws from their last eight La Liga fixtures.
  • Most recently at home, Rubi's side recorded a 3-0 win against Atletico Madrid, showing their credentials despite an inconsistent campaign.
  • Real Sociedad have won their last three league games, beating Real Madrid, Alaves and Getafe to put them in good shape for the final weekend.
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