Real Sociedad vs Valencia: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Betiball's prediction for Real Sociedad vs Valencia on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Real Sociedad vs Valencia preview before placing your bet.

Real Sociedad vs Valencia: Starting Lineups Time : 17/05/2026 13:00

Real Sociedad
3 - 4
Finished
Valencia
88' event Jon Martin
88' event Igor Zubeldia
86' event Benat Turrientes
84' event Jon Aramburu / Aritz Elustondo
79' event Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes / Orri Steinn Oskarsson
63' event Orri Steinn Oskarsson
60' event Csar Tarrega
57' event Luka Sucic / Brais Mendez
57' event Mikel Oyarzabal / Arsen Zakharyan
57' event Sergio Gómez Martín / Aihen Munoz Capellan
25' event Arsen Zakharyan
3' event Aihen Munoz Capellan
event 90+2' Javier Guerra
event 89' Guido Rodriguez
event 83' Domingos Andre Ribeiro Almeida / Unai Nunez Gestoso
event 74' Largie Ramazani / Luis Rioja
event 74' Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu / Diego Lopez Noguerol
event 73' Sadiq Umar / Hugo Duro
event 73' Thierry Correia / Filip Ugrinic
event 70' Eray Ervin Comert
event 22' Hugo Duro
event 8' Javier Guerra
88' event Jon Martin
event 90+2' Javier Guerra
88' event Igor Zubeldia
event 89' Guido Rodriguez
86' event Benat Turrientes
event 83' Domingos Andre Ribeiro Almeida / Unai Nunez Gestoso
84' event Jon Aramburu / Aritz Elustondo
event 74' Largie Ramazani / Luis Rioja
79' event Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes / Orri Steinn Oskarsson
event 74' Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu / Diego Lopez Noguerol
63' event Orri Steinn Oskarsson
event 73' Sadiq Umar / Hugo Duro
60' event Csar Tarrega
event 73' Thierry Correia / Filip Ugrinic
57' event Luka Sucic / Brais Mendez
event 70' Eray Ervin Comert
57' event Mikel Oyarzabal / Arsen Zakharyan
event 22' Hugo Duro
57' event Sergio Gómez Martín / Aihen Munoz Capellan
event 8' Javier Guerra
25' event Arsen Zakharyan
3' event Aihen Munoz Capellan
Real Sociedad Real Sociedad
Substitutions
#24 Luka Sucic
#11 Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes
#17 Sergio Gómez Martín
#10 Mikel Oyarzabal
#2 Jon Aramburu
#14 Takefusa Kubo
#13 Unai Marrero Larranaga
#38 Luken Beitia
#12 Yangel Herrera
#42 Gorka Carrera
#46 Ibai Aguirre
#22 Wesley Gassova
Real Sociedad Real Sociedad Valencia Valencia
8Shots13
3Shots on Goal6
13Fouls11
3Corner Kick2
11Free kick13
5Offside3
4Yellow card0
0Red card1
24Aerial1
2Save1
19Successful Tackles11
8Interceptions4
26Long pass22
2Assist4
5Successful center4
5Substitution5
5Shots off goal5
1Hit The Post0
14Head Success14
0Blocked2
11Tackle11
9Dribbles12
18Throw-in18
491Passes412
112Attacks86
44Dangerous attacks25
2Corner Kicks(HT)0
4BigChances4
3BigChancesMissed2
7ShotsInsideBox9
1ShotsOutsideBox4
53DuelsWon54
1.14ExpectedGoals1.61
1.12xGOpenPlay1.53
1.14xGNonPenalty1.61
1.63xGOT1.83
16Touches In Opposition Box18
17AccurateCrosses5
39GroundDuelsWon40
14AerialDuelsWon14
26Clearances25
Valencia Valencia
Substitutions
#17 Largie Ramazani
#6 Sadiq Umar
#10 Domingos Andre Ribeiro Almeida
#12 Thierry Correia
#18 Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu
#22 Santamaria Baptiste
#7 Arnaut Danjuma Adam Groeneveld
#19 Daniel Raba Antoli
#25 Julen Agirrezabala
#26 Ruben Iranzo
#36 Marcos Navarro
#27 David Otorbi
Commentary
90+2' Goal! Javier Guerra - Valencia
89' Goal! Guido Rodriguez - Valencia
88' Jon Martin - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card
88' Igor Zubeldia - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card
86' Benat Turrientes - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card
84' Real Sociedad — substitution: Jon Aramburu / Aritz Elustondo
83' Valencia — substitution: Domingos Andre Ribeiro Almeida / Unai Nunez Gestoso
79' Real Sociedad — substitution: Goncalo Manuel Ganchinho Guedes / Orri Steinn Oskarsson
74' Valencia — substitution: Largie Ramazani / Luis Rioja
74' Valencia — substitution: Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu / Diego Lopez Noguerol
73' Valencia — substitution: Sadiq Umar / Hugo Duro
73' Valencia — substitution: Thierry Correia / Filip Ugrinic
70' Eray Ervin Comert - Valencia receive a red card
63' Goal! Orri Steinn Oskarsson - Real Sociedad
60' Own goal! Csar Tarrega - Real Sociedad
57' Real Sociedad — substitution: Luka Sucic / Brais Mendez
57' Real Sociedad — substitution: Mikel Oyarzabal / Arsen Zakharyan
57' Real Sociedad — substitution: Sergio Gómez Martín / Aihen Munoz Capellan
25' Arsen Zakharyan - Real Sociedad receive a yellow card
22' Goal! Hugo Duro - Valencia
8' Goal! Javier Guerra - Valencia
3' Goal! Aihen Munoz Capellan - Real Sociedad

How We Build the Real Sociedad vs Valencia Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Real Sociedad vs Valencia on 17 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Real Sociedad vs Valencia Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Real Sociedad's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Valencia's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Real Sociedad and Valencia sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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