La Real Sociedad target European reset at Hearts amid winless start | OneFootball

La Real Sociedad begin a second shot at Europe tonight at 20:00, visiting Hearts, the reigning Scottish champions previously coached by Eva Olid, who is now at Manchester United. The Basque side are still without a win this season.

As reported by AS, captain and centre-back Nahia Aparicio is set to anchor the txuri-urdin defence, with manager Gorka Álvarez joining her for the pre-match media duties.

Aparicio said both teams would give everything, describing Hearts as combative in duels and decisive after regaining possession. She added that La Real must be brave, communicate well and stick clearly to their plan.

La Real were eliminated by Chelsea in the third qualifying round and, following Arturo Ruiz’s departure, are on a poor run that has left them winless in six matches.

Álvarez said switching competition helps the squad reset, keep searching for their game and gain a psychological lift before returning to the league.

There is a late absentee in Arola Aparicio, who has muscle discomfort. Nahia Aparicio is expected to start, having logged 450 minutes across five matches, all from the outset.

Unless there is late news, the match will not be televised.

Source: AS

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