🚨Starting XIs: Villarreal v Real Sociedad in key UCL clash | OneFootball

The Estadio de La Cerámica is all set for a grand occasion this weekend for a crucial clash in the battle for European elite status. Marcelino García Toral's Villarreal arrives with the mission to fortify their stronghold, where this season they have only dropped points against the giants of the league. Following their recent draw against Alavés, the "Yellow Submarine" is counting on the great form of Nicolas Pépé to secure their position in the top spots before the break.

On the other side, Gerardo Matarazzo's Real Sociedad arrives in Castellón at their peak of the season. With morale sky-high and the Copa final on the horizon, the team from San Sebastián aims to leverage their historical statistics in a venue that suits them particularly well. It's a showdown between one of the fiercest home teams and one of the most solid visitors, in a tactical battle where the fourth place is at stake.

Confirmed Lineups

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