Las Palmas vs. Real Sociedad Tips and Odds – 06/04/2025

• Fixture: UD Las Palmas vs Real Sociedad
• Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025
• Venue: Estadio de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Match Preview

This Sunday, Las Palmas host Real Sociedad in what promises to be an intriguing La Liga encounter at the Estadio de Gran Canaria. Both teams enter this match with contrasting fortunes and objectives, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle. While Las Palmas are fighting tooth and nail to escape the relegation zone, Real Sociedad aim to recover from their Copa del Rey heartbreak and push for a higher finish in the league standings.

Las Palmas are enduring a challenging season, sitting 19th in the table with just 25 points from 28 matches. Their most recent outing was a 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo, where they showed resilience but lacked the cutting edge to secure all three points. Manager Diego Martínez has experimented with tactical adjustments, including a three-man defensive setup in recent games, but results have not followed. The team has managed only one win in their last ten league matches (W1, D4, L5), highlighting their struggles at both ends of the pitch. Adding to their woes, goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen is sidelined with an abdominal injury, leaving a significant gap in their defensive setup.

Real Sociedad, on the other hand, come into this match after a thrilling yet ultimately disappointing Copa del Rey semifinal against Real Madrid. Despite scoring four goals at the Santiago Bernabéu in a dramatic second leg, they were eliminated on aggregate (5-4). In La Liga, Sociedad’s form has been inconsistent; they have recorded two wins and three losses in their last five league matches (WLLDW). Currently sitting 10th with 38 points from 29 games, they need to find stability if they are to challenge for European qualification. Injuries remain a concern for Imanol Alguacil’s side, with key players like Nayef Aguerd and Luka Sučić unavailable due to long-term issues. However, Sociedad’s attacking duo of Mikel Oyarzabal and Takefusa Kubo has been in fine form and will be crucial against Las Palmas.

The tactical battle will be fascinating. Las Palmas will likely adopt a cautious approach, aiming to frustrate Sociedad and hit them on the counterattack. Meanwhile, Sociedad will look to dominate possession and exploit Las Palmas’ defensive vulnerabilities. Both teams have shown moments of brilliance but also lapses in concentration that could prove decisive.

Key Players

Las Palmas:

• Sandro Ramírez: The experienced forward is Las Palmas’ top scorer this season with eight goals. His ability to convert chances will be critical for his team’s survival hopes.
• Alberto Moleiro: The young midfielder is known for his creativity and vision. He could be the key to unlocking Real Sociedad’s defense.

Real Sociedad:

• Mikel Oyarzabal: The captain is coming off an impressive performance against Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey semifinal, where he scored twice. His leadership and finishing ability make him a constant threat.
• Takefusa Kubo: The Japanese winger has been one of Sociedad’s standout players this season. His pace and dribbling could cause significant problems for Las Palmas’ defense.

Prediction

This match feels evenly poised given both teams’ recent struggles and injury concerns. While Real Sociedad boast more quality on paper and have been better overall this season, their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed in recent games. Las Palmas will hope that home advantage and desperation for points can spur them on to a positive result.

Predicted Score: Las Palmas 1-1 Real Sociedad

Betting Markets

While Real Sociedad are slight favorites due to their superior squad depth and attacking firepower, Las Palmas’ determination could make this a closely contested affair.