Real Sociedad vs Barcelona

Barcelona play their second La Liga match of the season on Sunday when they go to Real Sociedad on Matchday 2. Xavi's Barça, featuring a plethora of new ...

Midfielder Sergio Busquets is suspended for the match after picking up a red card in the opener. Now they need to keep going on that path where they keep the ball centrally and look to play long balls over the top. Against Real Sociedad, they'll hope the attack can come to life.

*Points and positions at the time of writing on Saturday. Competition/Round: 2022-23 La Liga, Matchday 3. Barcelona Outs & Doubts: Sergio Busquets (out), ...

There is a real possibility Barça come out of the first two games with two or even just one point, which will cause a storm of criticism of coaches and players, crazy overreactions and plenty of trolling opportunities for fans of other teams on social media (for those who are dumb enough to care about that stuff). Three points are a cause for celebration, and a strong rebound performance from a few individuals and the team as a whole will be a nice cherry on top. Despite quite a few positives the overreal showing was subpar, and dropping points early in what promises to be a tight title race is not a good idea.

Barcelona will be aiming to register their first win of the 2022/23 season when they travel to San Sebastian to face Real Sociedad.

He will be supported out wide by Ousmane Dembele and Raphinha, both of whom had a quiet game last time and will be hoping to correct that. After all the drama over his contract saga that ran for almost a year, Ousmane Dembele opted to re-sign with Barcelona ten days after becoming a free agent this summer. Barcelona beat Real Sociedad 1-0 last time they made the trip to the Anoeta and will be hoping for a similar outcome come Sunday night. He will have support from Mikel Merino, who will likely operate in a more box-to-box capacity, while David Silva will provide the creative spark from the centre of the park. Barcelona will be without club captain Sergio Busquets, who is suspended after being sent off in the season opener against Rayo Vallecano. There have been suggestions that the manager might switch to a three-man backline, although it would be contingent on Kounde’s registration. Moving into the centre of the park, Martin Zubimendi, who is a transfer target for Barcelona as a long-term replacement for Sergio Busquets, will occupy the No. Brais Mendez should occupy the opposite wing while Alexander Isak leads the line for La Real against the Blaugrana. Real Sociedad will be without the services of Mikel Oyarzabal and Martin Merquelanz for the clash against Barcelona. Currently seventh in the table, Imanol Alguacil’s side could join Real Madrid, Real Betis and CA Osasuna as the only teams with a 100% record after two games should they get the better of Barcelona on Sunday. The trio of Asier Illarramendi, Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Merino should be available for selection despite not training on Friday. Xavi’s side will be hoping to put that behind and get their campaign back on track, especially with Real Madrid winning two in two already.

FC Barcelona will be up against Real Sociedad in La Liga Santander on August 21 at the Estadio Anoeta. In the opening weekend, Barcelona was held to a 0-0 ...

FC Barcelona will be up against Real Sociedad in La Liga Santander on August 22 at the Estadio Anoeta. Meanwhile, finishing sixth in La Liga last season has instilled a lot of optimism into Real Sociedad, and they will be pushing for a Champions League qualification spot this season. Despite holding 68 per cent of the possession and hurling 21 shots on target against Rayo, Barcelona never looked dominant in the encounter.

All the info you need to know on how and where to watch the LaLiga match between Real Sociedad and Barcelona at Anoeta on Sunday.

We’ll be building up to the game starting about an hour before kick-off, then taking you through the action as it unfolds. This time, if the results are not as good as expected with the new arrivals, Xavi will be under more fire. If you are in the United States, [elsewhere in the world](https://www.livesoccertv.com/match/4362672/real-sociedad-vs-barcelona/). [you will be able to watch the game on ESPN+](https://plus.espn.com/denied?block=geo). All the info you need to know on how and where to watch the LaLiga match between Real Sociedad and Barcelona at Anoeta on Sunday.

Barcelona hope to put an opening weekend draw behind them as they travel north to meet Real Sociedad in the second matchweek of La Liga play this season.

Look for a hungry Barcelona front line to feast as they endeavor to get off the mark, and Robert Lewandowski should open his La Liga account. Otherwise, the entire Barcelona playing group is available for selection. Busquets will miss just the one match after receiving his marching orders for a second yellow card. Sun, Aug. Aihen Munoz could come in at left-back to replace Rico. The stream is also available on LaLigaTV via Amazon Prime Video. La Real got off to a winning start last weekend as they topped promoted side Cadiz 1-0 on a debut goal from former Real Madrid winger Takefusa Kubo. 16:00 ET Recently acquired Robert Lewandowski has yet to get off the mark in the Spanish top flight, but could do so on the road this weekend. Real Sociedad vs. 21 Mon, Aug.

Real Sociedad won their 1st league match against Cádiz 1-0. They dominated the game, posting 1.7 expected to Cádiz's .3. That game was on the road as well. Last ...

Please [gamble responsibly](https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/bet-and-wager-101-responsible-gaming-and-gambling/). [Tipico.com](https://media.tipico.com/C.ashx?btag=a_94b_163c_real-sociedad-vs-barcelona-odds-picks-and-predictions-pos-legal&affid=47&siteid=94&adid=163&c=real-sociedad-vs-barcelona-odds-picks-and-predictions-pos-legal) for Terms and Conditions. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO). [Tipico Sportsbook](https://media.tipico.com/C.ashx?btag=a_94b_163c_real-sociedad-vs-barcelona-odds-picks-and-predictions-pos2&affid=47&siteid=94&adid=163&c=real-sociedad-vs-barcelona-odds-picks-and-predictions-pos2), Sportsbook Wire’s official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Tipico has no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. Their shooting percentages show they should be able to get some shots on target Sunday. Real Sociedad (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) will welcome Barcelona (0-0-1) to Estadio Anoeta Sunday. Barcelona won both matches against Real Sociedad last season by a combined 5-2, winning 1-0 on the road. Star F Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also only got 9 minutes, and if he’s more involved Sunday, the goals should come easier for the road side. Barcelona drew last weekend, but they were the clearly superior side. Barcelona has 2.1 expected goals to Rayo Vallecano’s .9. That game was on the road as well.

Real Sociedad (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) will welcome Barcelona (0-0-1) to Estadio Anoeta Sunday. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. ET. Below, we preview the Real ...

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Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid got off to perfect starts to their league seasons, collecting all three points on their first outing.

Xavi has one of world football’s brightest forward line heading into the new season, and there is simply no excuse to not score. Yet, it has been clear from the day Xavi took over that he did not favour the American international. The most surprising decision this summer at Barcelona has perhaps been Xavi’s decision to exclude Sergino Dest from his plans. The other option Xavi can consider is to deploy Frenkie de Jong as the pivot. Xavi is now forced to put on his thinking hat early in the season. However, the one concern could be his lack of match fitness and stamina.

Last year's leading scorer F Mikel Oyarzabal, who had 9 goals on the season, did not play in the team's opener as 21-year-old Takefusa Kubo scored the team's ...

Please [gamble responsibly](https://sportsbookwire.usatoday.com/bet-and-wager-101-responsible-gaming-and-gambling/). [Tipico.com](https://media.tipico.com/C.ashx?btag=a_94b_163c_+++SLUG+++-pos-legal&affid=47&siteid=94&adid=163&c=+++SLUG+++-pos-legal) for Terms and Conditions. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (NJ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO). [Tipico Sportsbook](https://media.tipico.com/C.ashx?btag=a_94b_163c_+++SLUG+++-pos2&affid=47&siteid=94&adid=163&c=+++SLUG+++-pos2), Sportsbook Wire's official sportsbook partner in CO and NJ. Barcelona +107 (bet $100 to win $107) Tipico has no influence over nor are any such revenues in any way dependent on or linked to the newsrooms or news coverage. - Money line: Real Sociedad +250 (bet $100 to win $250) Barcelona won both matches against Real Sociedad last season by a combined 5-2, winning 1-0 on the road. Real Sociedad (1 win, 0 losses, 0 draws) will welcome Barcelona (0-0-1) to Estadio Anoeta Sunday. Star F Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang also only got 9 minutes, and if he's more involved Sunday, the goals should come easier for the road side. Barcelona drew last weekend, but they were the clearly superior side. Barcelona has 2.1 expected goals to Rayo Vallecano's .9.

We go over everything you need to know for Real Sociedad vs. Barcelona on Matchday 2.

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UK and U.S. TV channel and streaming details for La Liga fixture between Barcelona and Real Sociedad.

Premier Sports 1 and La Liga TV are also showing the game. So which TV channel is the game on and how can you stream it live online? Real Sociedad squad and team news The Catalan outfit were [held to a 1-1 draw](https://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-frustrated-rayo-vallecano-opening-night/bltcd5e7b01eea1ab09) against Rayo Vallecano last weekend and will be keen to gather momentum as soon as possible. How to watch Real Sociedad vs Barcelona on TV & live stream online Real Sociedad vs Barcelona

After a disappointing goalless draw with Rayo Vallecano in the opening week, La Liga giants Barcelona will next host Real Sociedad at the Camp Nou on ...

US fans wanting to watch the Real Sociedad vs Barcelona match live can tune in to ABC and ESPN Deportes. The match will begin live at 4 p.m. Fans in the United Kingdom wanting to watch La Liga live can tune in to Premier Sports 1 and La Liga TV.

Robert Lewandowski and Barcelona hope to put a frustrating opening weekend behind them as they travel north to meet Real Sociedad in the second match of La ...

Look for a hungry Barcelona front line to feast as they endeavor to get off the mark, and Robert Lewandowski should open his La Liga account. Dest has been left out of the squad for both La Liga matches to start the season. Full-back Sergino Dest was left out of the squad for the second straight match as manager Xavi looks set to force the American out. His deflected pass to Isak was deposited into the back of the net from a tight angle. That sees Aihen Munoz in at left-back to replace the injured man. Lewandowski will have a point to prove today against La Real, else questions start to creep in whether he made the right decision leaving his former Bavarian side. There's a stoppage as Aihen Munoz flops to the turf on a flailing arm from Ousmane Dembele, but it's all a bit dramatic, and VAR takes no action. This is real trouble for Barcelona who are on the cusp of conceding more good chances. They are both vociferously relaying instructions to their players, and the game has devolved into a midfield chess match. It's a poor effort from the Spanish veteran, but it's only kept out by a glittering stop. La Real got off to a winning start last weekend as they beat promoted side Cadiz 1-0 thanks to a debut goal from former Real Madrid winger Takefusa Kubo. Despite an impressive preseason and a host of new attacking additions at their disposal, the Blaugrana were blanked at home against Rayo Vallecano in a 0-0 draw last week.

WELCOME TO THE REALE STADIUM!!! The Cauldron of Anoeta in the Basque Country is the site of a huge La Liga clash between Real Sociedad and Barcelona, ...

This is a Barcelona community and we don’t need to offend one another. This should be fun, and you’re welcome to join us to follow and comment all the action. The Blaugrana have to play better but will have a very tough job against a brutal La Real side, and this will be a very intense 90-minute battle.

Its all square at the break after early goals from Lewandowski and Isak. Ter Stegen saves Barcelona David Silva guides a low shot towards the near pos.

Xavi was not happy with the performance against Rayo and he has made a few interesting changes. The Frenchman takes a touch before driving the ball with his left foot into the far corner. The Pole coolly slots the ball into the corner for 3-1. De Jong is caught in possession before Isak goes through on goal. Raphinha and Ansu Fati, who have just come on, make an impact. Fati again the provider, this time for Lewandowski.

Follow all the action and related insight from Anoeta in Matchday 2 of the season, with Xavi's Barça looking to get a first win on the board.

1 He feeds Dembélé and Barça create a couple of half chances before being forced to recycle it back to the French forward who fires in a very tempting cross for Lewy. As I said in the build-up, Lewy would love a match ball to take home on his special day. After a lot of too-ing and fro-ing, another streaming counter has the home crowd raising the volume. Yes, La Real have threatened, and definitely will have chances in the second half, but I expect Barça's control to grow. What a blistering start we had to the game! The players are heading out of the tunnel and we are almost ready to go again. We often focus on the attacking and creative aspects of this new Xavi team, and understandably so, but questions remain over the defence he is building. More possession in the final third from Barça but the space is very limited and hence a killer pass all the harder to find. For all the spectacular goals he's scored, he's also bagged many, many from right in front of the target. There is still the noise you'd expect from this group of supporters - and they know their heroes will never give up the cause - but Barça have the look of a team in control of proceedings. That fourth goal took out all the Basque wind from the sails and there's even a hint of a swagger about Barça.

But the insanity was just beginning as both teams turned a football match into a basketball game with non-stop, up-and-down action with constant counter attacks ...

This was just as tough as expected in the first half, but the squad depth and Xavi’s courage and excellent game management made the difference in the second. Sociedad tried to get a second goal in the dying moments but Barça stayed organized, and the final whistle came to give them all three points at Anoeta. Just two minutes later Ansu was again heavily involved in a goal as he received a pass from Pedri inside the box and played it perfectly into the path of Lewandowski, who doubled the lead with his second goal of the night.