Football Result

2025-05-04


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
37.7%
26.1%
36.2%
We were not sure. Balanced game was expected.
Power Comparison in the League
0.644
0.656
Game Stats
Goals
0
0
Shots on Target
3
1
Shots
12
3
Possession
59%
41%
Fouls
18
13
Yellow Cards
1
2
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
7
3
Offsides
3
1
Saves
1
3
Team Formations
4-1-4-1
4-2-3-1


Location
Reale Arena, San Sebastian, Spain
Attendance
36,058
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
2025-05-05 | Game Summary

On May 4, 2025, Real Sociedad and Athletic Club played to a 0-0 draw in their Spanish LALIGA match at the Reale Arena. Real Sociedad dominated possession with 59%, while Athletic Club had 41%. Despite having more of the ball, Real Sociedad only managed 12 total shots, with just 3 on target. Athletic Club struggled even more, with only 3 total shots and 1 on target. Real Sociedad committed 18 fouls, earning 1 yellow card, while Athletic Club committed 13 fouls and received 2 yellow cards.
The AI prediction favored a Real Sociedad win, but the game ended in a draw. The AI model considered it a balanced game before it began. The pre-game win probabilities were close, with Real Sociedad at 37.7% and Athletic Club at 36.2%, indicating a tight contest. The draw probability was predicted at 26.1%, close to the actual outcome.
Real Sociedad's recent form has been inconsistent, with losses to Alavés and Mallorca, a draw against Villarreal, and a win against Las Palmas in LALIGA play, along with a high scoring draw against Real Madrid in Copa del Rey. Their upcoming match is against Atlético Madrid, a team in decent form with recent wins against Rayo Vallecano, Real Valladolid and Sevilla, a draw against Alavés and a loss to Las Palmas. Real Sociedad will need to improve their attacking output.
Athletic Club's form has also been mixed, with recent LALIGA wins against Las Palmas and Rayo Vallecano, a loss to Real Madrid, and a loss against Manchester United in Europa League, however they had a victory against Rangers also in Europa League. Their next game is at home against Alavés, who recently drew against Atlético Madrid and defeated Real Sociedad.
Historically, recent head-to-head matches between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club have been closely contested, with Athletic Club winning the last two encounters. However, Real Sociedad had won the two matches before that.

2025-05-03 | Pre-game insights

On May 4th, 2025, all eyes will be on the Reale Arena in San Sebastián for a heated Spanish LALIGA clash between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club. An AI has predicted a Real Sociedad victory, despite the teams being closely matched with ratings of 0.644 and 0.656 respectively. The AI gives Real Sociedad a 37.7% chance of winning, marginally ahead of Athletic Club's 36.2%, with a 26.1% chance of a draw. Real Sociedad's recent form has been inconsistent, with a mix of wins, losses, and draws in both LALIGA and Copa del Rey.
Athletic Club, fresh off a defeat in the UEFA Europa League against Manchester United, will be looking to bounce back. Their LALIGA form has been better, but the Europa League may be taking its toll. Real Sociedad will be relying on the creative midfield play of Martín Zubimendi and the finishing prowess of Mikel Oyarzabal to secure the win.
However, recent head-to-head records show a slight advantage for Athletic Club. The game promises to be a tactical battle, with both teams eager to claim bragging rights in this Basque derby. While the AI leans towards a Real Sociedad win, the close probabilities suggest a tight and potentially unpredictable match. Ultimately, anything can happen on the pitch.