Barcelona has a golden opportunity to take sole possession of the top spot in LaLiga — if they can secure a win against Real Sociedad.
With their sights set on the first leg of the Champions League against Benfica, Barcelona hosts Real Sociedad at Montjuic’s Olympic Stadium.
Here is my Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad pick and LaLiga odds for today's match.
Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad, Pick, Prediction, LaLiga Odds
| Real Sociedad Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 +105 | 2.5 -174 o / +136 u | +1000 |
| Barcelona Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 -134 | 2.5 -174 o / +136 u | -371 |
- Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad moneyline odds: Barcelona -371 / Draw +400 / Real Sociedad +1000
- Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad over/under: 2.5 (-174 o / +136 u)
- Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad pick: Raphinha Any Time Goalscorer
I am backing Raphinha to score anytime in the Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad match.
Barcelona Prediction
Barcelona's recent draw against Atlético Madrid in the Copa del Rey left a bitter taste as they seemed to have control of the match. However, the Culers have already turned the page and are focused on an intense month ahead — one that features a Champions League clash against Benfica, the derby against Espanyol and a massive showdown with Atlético Madrid.
With Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid close behind, Barcelona can't afford to take LaLiga lightly. So, while they have one eye on Wednesday’s first-leg match against Benfica, Hansi Flick’s squad will go all out against a Real Sociedad side weakened by injuries.
Barcelona is the clear favorite to win this match. Beyond their strong form, Flick’s team has consistently shown that Montjuic's Olympic Stadium is a fortress where few teams manage to take points. Out of 15 home matches this season, Barcelona has won 10, drawn two and lost just three.
Real Sociedad Prediction
Real Sociedad is coming off a 3-0 win against Leganés in LaLiga and a 1-0 home loss to Real Madrid. After last Wednesday’s setback in the Copa del Rey, Imanol Alguacil’s squad now faces Barcelona, and injuries along with suspensions are giving the Spanish coach a major headache.
In addition to the known absences of Jon Pacheco, Arsen Zakharyan and Álvaro Odriozola, Real Sociedad will also be without Sheraldo Becker (red card suspension), as well as Takefusa Kubo and Nayef Aguerd (yellow card accumulation). Given this situation, Imanol has few options to build an offensive lineup capable of competing with Barcelona's offense power.
Rotating the squad ahead of their Europa League first-leg match against Manchester United seems nearly impossible due to the team’s limited depth.
While they are not the favorites in this matchup, Real Sociedad’s defensive solidity will make them a tough opponent.
Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad Pick
Barcelona is in great form. Robert Lewandowski is the favorite to score at any time, but I believe Raphinha is also a strong candidate to find the net — and with an even better price.
I’d even go as far as to say that the Brazilian is Barcelona’s most important attacking player, ahead of both Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal in terms of domestic league performance. Through 25 LaLiga matches, Raphinha has 20 G/A (13 goals and 7 assists). While he hasn’t scored since Februay 9, the game against Real Sociedad is a good time for him to get back on the scoresheet.
Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad Pick: Raphinha Anytime Goalscorer (+130) — DraftKings
Same-Game Parlay
- Raphinha Anytime Goalscorer (+130)
- Barcelona Moneyline (-425)
- Real Sociedad Over 2.5 Total Corners (-125)
SGP Payout: +330 (DraftKings)
