Gorka Álvarez calls for cutting edge as Real Sociedad host Heart of Midlothian | OneFootball

Real Sociedad women host Heart of Midlothian in Wednesday's Europa Cup second leg at Zubieta after a 0-0 first leg in Scotland, with Gorka Álvarez stressing they must finally score to seal progression.

According to Diario Vasco, his side felt they were on top in the opener and view this as a chance to reset. They have not won since last season's 2-0 Liga F victory over Atlético de Madrid.

There are no changes to the squad since Saturday's meeting with Real Madrid. The headline news is under-20 world champion Alazne Estensoro's return and Ainhoa Marín's senior call-up, boosts Álvarez says will keep intensity high.

Álvarez expects a brave opponent who will not sit deep and arrives in good form. He wants his team to dictate and use the flanks, noting the first leg brought joy inside and wide, with dangerous crosses, but the finish and final choice were missing.

Cecilia Marcos said the key lies in their own game. The 24-year-old believes the last meeting and the Liga F outing against Real Madrid have reinforced confidence, and she wants the group to lean on the positives.

With preparations complete, Real Sociedad await Heart of Midlothian at Zubieta aiming to return to winning ways and reach the next round. Marcos felt the crowd could be crucial and expects the visitors to bring a bus of supporters, urging home fans to make themselves heard.

Source: Diario Vasco

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