Sturm Graz – Real Sociedad : Preview & Prediction
After beating Mallorca 1-0 in the last game of La Liga, Real Sociedad will also look to clinch their first Europa League group stage victory by going up against Sturm at the Merkur Arena in Graz. The Basque team was often affected by injuries in the early part of the year, but the good news for the guests is that seasoned midfielder David Silva is back on the pitch this past weekend. Norway international Alexander Sorloth has also recovered from his injury, while Mikel Oyarzabal is in strong doubt. As always, Swedish striker Alexander Isak will lead the guests’ attacking line. Sturm, on the other hand, face this match after the consecutive defeats against Monaco (1-0) and PSV (1-4) and, given the offensive potential of Real Socieda, we believe that we can look forward to the Iberian success with confidence. Both Ingolitsch and Kiteishvili are out of the game due to injury among the hosts who have returned from a 1-0 home championship win against Ried.
Sturm Graz lost their first two games of this Europa League group stage.
Real Sociedad are unbeaten for 10 games in a row this season.
Real Sociedad has scored at least 1 goal in the last 5 competitive matches in a row.
Real Sociedad has recovered important players in recent weeks and this is an added value.
On paper, the strength of the Basque team is higher than Sturm Graz and the fact of playing away allows them to take advantage of a better odds for the success of David Silva and his teammates.
Sturm Graz – Real Sociedad : Betting Tips
Real Sociedad – Win Odds: 2.25
Both teams to score / YES – Odds: 1.70
Over 2.5 Goals – Odds: 1.70
