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Betis vs Sociedad: La Liga Opener Shocker!
21 Aug
Summary
- Real Betis hosts Real Sociedad in the La Liga 2026/27 season opener on Friday night.
- Betis will play at the Estadio de La Cartuja due to renovations at Estadio Benito Villamarin.
- Real Sociedad aims to end a nearly two-year winless streak against Betis.
Real Betis will commence their 2026/27 La Liga campaign on Friday night, facing off against Real Sociedad. This opening fixture is significant as Betis will play at the Estadio de La Cartuja, their temporary home while the Estadio Benito Villamarin is undergoing renovations. Real Sociedad arrives in Seville with the objective of ending a streak of nearly two years without a victory against their La Liga rivals.
Last season, Real Betis secured a fifth-place finish, earning them a spot in the Champions League. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad finished 10th but qualified for the Europa League by winning the Copa del Rey, their first major trophy in six years. Both teams are gearing up for continental competition, with Betis looking to make an impact on their return to Europe's elite.
Injury concerns loom for Betis, with Hector Bellerin a doubt due to an ankle knock. Real Sociedad also seeks to improve their pre-season form, having lost their last three friendly matches.
