Europa League: Man United vs. Real Sociedad Odds, Preview, and Picks (Mar 13)
The competitive action in the Europa League continues on Thursday, as the second legs in the round of 16 are staged. Man United will have home field advantage for their second leg against Real Sociedad, with nothing separating the sides following a 1-1 draw in Spain last week.
How To Watch
- When: Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET
- Where: Old Trafford, Manchester, England
- How To Watch: Paramount+
Odds
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Man United | -118 |
| Draw | +240 |
| Real Sociedad | +320 |
Match Preview
There was little to separate Man United and Real Sociedad when the sides collided in the first leg in Spain last week. The Red Devils appeared to be on course to an important win after taking the lead in the second half, but United were pegged back in the final half an hour following a Sociedad penalty.
Cagey matches aren’t uncommon when these sides collide, as just nine goals have been scored in the seven European matches between these sides. In fact, four efforts were netted in a 4-0 win for the Red Devils in Europa League tie in February 2021.
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Sociedad have been regular visitors to Old Trafford, with three of their last four matches in England being played at the Theatre of Dreams. However, they have won just once across that period, and have suffered defeats in two of their four trips to England.
United’s home record in Europe deserves special attention. The Red Devils have suffered just a single home loss in their last 28 matches, but it could be worth noting that their loss was suffered against Sociedad a couple of seasons ago. United have avoided defeat in their last 15 at Old Trafford in the knockout stage.
Sociedad registered a rare away win in the knockout stage in the previous round. However, they have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last six on the road, and have allowed ten goals across that period.
Man United vs. Real Sociedad Picks
United have struggled at Old Trafford throughout this season, meaning it could be dangerous to take the Red Devils at such a short price on Thursday. However, they looked more controlled in their first leg in Spain last week, meaning that United should have the quality to make home advantage count.
Free Pick:
- Man United
