Real Sociedad Vs Barcelona – Match Result
The match between Real Sociedad and Barcelona ended on 1 goal to nill against Sociedad. Real Sociedad Vs Barcelona (0 : 1) – Match Result, Summary. Trending right Now: ASAP Rocky, Rihanna Boyfriend arrested by the Police for Shooting.
Real Sociedad hosted Barcelona in Reale Seguros Stadium. This match was quite an interesting one. We must also consider the fact that both teams have had some series of matches back that summed up to the total of 59 matches which tonight would make it the 60th encounter. This series of matches include the home and away match for both Barcelona and Real Sociedad. Trending: Osasuna Vs Real Madrid – Match Highlight.
However, we must also put their current league position into consideration as it also serves as a determiner on the winner of tonight’s match. The head to head matches between the two sides have it that Real Sociedad had just 8 wins, Barcelona had 37 wins and 14 draws between both sides.
Looking at their current position on the table before the match commenced, we can see for sure that Barcelona is in 2nd position with 63 points all the way. This win would actually secure their place on the league table as they have the same point as Sevilla. On the other hand, Real Sociedad is in 6th position with 55 points. If Real Sociedad secure a win over Barcelona, then they stand a chance of getting to the 5th or 4th position.
Real Sociedad Vs Barcelona (0 : 1) – Match Result, Summary.
The lineup for both sides was carefully selected by the coaches having it that winning must be attained.
REAL SOCIEDAD LINEUP:
Remiro, Zaldúa, ZubeldÃa, Le
Normand, Rico, Januzaj, Zubimendi, Merino, Rafinha, Sorloth, Isak
FORMATION:(4-4-2)
SUBSTITUTES:
Ryan (GK), Ayesa (GK), Elustondo,
Muñoz, Gorosabel, Pacheco, Illarramendi, Guridi,
Guevara, MartÃn, Portu, Djouhara.
COACH: Imanol Alguacil
BARCELONA LINEUP:
Ter Stegen, Alves, Araujo, Piqué,
Alba, F. De Jong, Busquets, Gavi, Dembélé, Aubameyang, Ferran.
FORMATION: (4-3-3)
SUBSTITUTES:
Neto (GK), Carevic (GK), Eric, Lenglet, Mingueza, Dest, Nico, Puig, Adama Memphis, Braithwaite, L. De Jong.
COACH: Xavi Hernandez
Referee: Carlos del Cerro (Spain)
In the opening of the match Barcelona were right at the top of the game with an impressive performance. They had possession of the ball and were able to navigate accurately. Barcelona are well known for their method of play not allowing any loophole that could cause them an unexpected and early goal.
On the other hand, Real Sociedad were also trying to gain ground on the ball. In the 3rd minute, Real Sociedad made a very impressive attack into the Barcelona’s defense leaving Gerard Pique with no choice but to clear the ball.
In the 50th minute the possession was now leveled; Real Sociedad: 50%, Barcelona: 50%. One thing that can not be disputed in this match is that, Real Sociedad played to win. However, luck was not by their side.Â
In the 10th minute Barcelona were now in full control of the ball leaving the possession at : Real Sociedad: 37%, Barcelona: 63%.
In the 11th minute, Ferran Torres successfully made a good pass to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and luckily for him he converted it into a goal with a header. Barcelona still maintaining possession and also dominating the pitch, Real Sociedad are really finding it difficult to gain ground despite owning the stadium. In the 20th minute, Real Sociedad had already gotten the balance, leaving possession at Real Sociedad: 44%, Barcelona: 56%. The possession still remains abnormal and the score line still remains as follows.
Real Sociedad Vs Barcelona (0 : 1) – Match Result, Summary.
REAL SOCIEDAD 0:1 BARCELONA
Barcelona are beginning to lose balance and no longer have the fighting courage but Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang particularly still keeps trying his possible best to penetrate the opponent defense. In the 33rd minute a yellow card was awarded to Ronald Araujo. 1minute was added to the initial 45 minute before halftime was concluded.
Just into the second half, Real Sociedad were making advances into the dangerous area of Barcelona.
In the 47th minute Alexander Soerloth had a very good chance but failed to take advantage of it. Real Sociedad  still have a lot of advantage on the ball and are also dominating the pitch. Marc-Andre ter Stegen had an advantage and quickly took a shot but was denied by the keeper.
‘73 minutes left Barcelona in possession of the ball and so far so good no changes had been made by either side.
‘80 minutes have it that Real Sociedad: 56%, Barcelona: 44% in terms of possession.
Pablo Gavira committed a foul and was awarded a yellow card by the referee.
Adnan Januzaj to be replaced by
Ander Martin.
Alexander Isak to be replaced by
Cristian Portu.
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The score line still remain:
REAL SOCIEDAD 0:1 BARCELONA at the 90th minute. 10 minute of time was added due to the wastage of time by the players.
A Yellow card was awarded to Robin Le Normand for a minor foul. Barcelona were making an effort to secure their goal area. Real Sociedad were now fully dominating the match due to the defensive strategy of Barcelona. The final whistle was blown at the 90th + 11th minute leaving Barcelona as the winner of the match.
