The last time Barcelona travelled to face Real Sociedad in La Liga, they left with a 1-0 defeat. This time, a league-leading Blaugrana side travels there again, aiming to extend a spectacular winning run against a mid-table Real Sociedad.

It's La Liga action on Sunday, January 18, 2026, as Barcelona travels to face a Real Sociedad side seeking consistency. Boss Hansi Flick will be aiming to secure a twelfth consecutive victory in all competitions.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔹 Real Sociedad: Eleventh in the La Liga table with 21 points from 19 matches.

🔸 Barcelona: Top of the La Liga table, four points ahead of second place.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Barcelona are on an 11-match winning run in all competitions.

🔥 Barcelona have won nine consecutive La Liga matches.

🔥 Real Sociedad have one of the worst home records in La Liga this season.

🔥 Barcelona have won four of their last five league matches against Real Sociedad.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🔵Real Sociedad | Form: L🔴L🔴L🔴D🟡D🟡W🟢:

 

Despite their position, Pellegrino Matarazzo's side can take heart from an unbeaten start under their new head coach and a recent win over Getafe.

However, with only three home wins this season, they face a monumental task. They will rely on the attacking threat of Mikel Oyarzabal to challenge a Barcelona defence.

 

🔴🔵Barcelona | Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

 

Hansi Flick's side is absolutely flying, having already secured the Spanish Super Cup and won their last 11 games.

They boast formidable league momentum but must balance focus with a crucial upcoming Champions League match. Their firepower will test a Real Sociedad team fighting for a positive result.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🔵Real Sociedad (possible):

Remiro; Aramburu, Caleta-Car, Martin, Gomez; Soler, Turrientes; Kubo, Mendez, Guedes; Oyarzabal.

 

🔴🔵Barcelona (possible):

E Garcia; Kounde, Cubarsi, E Garcia, Balde; Pedri, De Jong; Yamal, Fermin, Raphinha; F Torres.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Mikel Oyarzabal — The Spanish attacker has five goals and three assists this campaign and is key to La Real's attack.

✨ Fermin Lopez — Expected to be reintroduced to Barcelona's starting lineup and will be crucial in midfield.

✨ Brais Mendez — Likely to feature in an advanced area for the hosts, creating chances.

✨ Raphinha — Set to return to the starting XI, providing width and direct threat for the league leaders.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Real Sociedad/Home to win = 5.11

💵 Barcelona/Away to win = 1.60

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.50

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.42

 

This clash presents a classic clash of momentum: a confident Barcelona side with a superb winning record faces a Real Sociedad team looking to build under a new manager.

With history offering hope for the hosts, the stage is set for a compelling La Liga encounter.

Who do you think will take the points? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

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The last time these sides met in the Premier League was in November, when they played out a 1-1 draw. This time, they clash in the EFL Cup semi-finals, where Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior aims for his first win against a Premier League opponent.

It's EFL Cup semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Chelsea host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Gunners boss Mikel Arteta will be aiming to maintain his impressive unbeaten record against the Blues.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔹 Chelsea EFL Cup Form: Ended a five-match winless run with a 5-1 FA Cup thrashing of Charlton Athletic.

🔸 Arsenal EFL Cup Form: Have won eight of their last nine games, including a 4-1 FA Cup comeback against Portsmouth.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Chelsea have scored and conceded in each of their last seven matches.

🔥 Chelsea have netted in 12 consecutive home games.

🔥 Arsenal are on a 13-match scoring streak away from home.

🔥 Arsenal are unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Chelsea, last losing at Stamford Bridge in August 2018.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🔵Chelsea | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Rosenior’s reshuffled side showed attacking verve against Charlton, but defensively remained porous. With Caicedo suspended, the midfield balance will be tested against a strong Arsenal unit.

 

🔴Arsenal | EFL Cup Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Mikel Arteta’s men are in ruthless form, fighting on four fronts. Their away scoring record is formidable, and they will be confident of exploiting Chelsea’s defensive vulnerabilities.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🔵Chelsea (possible):

Jorgensen, Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella, James, Fernandez, Estevao, Palmer, Neto, Delap.

 

🔴Arsenal (possible):

Kepa, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Cole Palmer — The creative heartbeat for Chelsea, crucial to unlocking Arsenal’s defence.

✨ Gabriel Martinelli — Fresh from a hat-trick, his pace will challenge Chelsea’s backline.

✨ Kepa — The former Chelsea keeper could start for Arsenal, adding a compelling subplot.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Chelsea/Home to win = 3.65

💵 Arsenal/Away to win = 2.18

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.75

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.95

 

This first leg promises goals, with both teams in scoring form, but with defensive questions. Arsenal’s historical hold over Chelsea adds intrigue, but Rosenior will be desperate for a statement win.

Who do you think will take advantage? Could you tell us your prediction in the comments?

 

 

 

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The last time Senegal and Egypt met in a competitive fixture, the Lions of Teranga dumped the Pharaohs out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. This time, they meet again, only this time, in the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final, with a place in the final at stake.

It's AFCON semi-final action on Wednesday, January 14, as Senegal aims for its third final in four editions while Egypt seeks revenge and a chance to claim a record-extending eighth title.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🐆 Senegal: 🟢🟢🟢🟡🟢

🦅 Egypt: 🟢🟢🟡🟢🟢

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥 Senegal are unbeaten in their last five AFCON matches.

🔥 Senegal has scored eleven goals in their five tournament matches.

🔥 Egypt needed extra time in the Round of 16 and narrowly won their quarter-final 3-2.

🔥 Senegal has won three of the last five meetings between these sides, including a World Cup qualifier in 2022.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🐆Senegal | Form: 🟢🟢🟢🟡🟢

Senegal will be aiming to reach their third AFCON final in the last four editions. They have shown they are a force at both ends of the pitch.

With eleven goals scored and three clean sheets in five matches, the Lions of Teranga combine attacking threat with defensive resilience. They will be confident against an Egyptian side they have historically matched up well against.

 

🦅Egypt | Form: 🟢🟢🟡🟢🟢

The seven-time champions have progressed but have not been convincing. They needed late winners in the group stage and extra time in the knockout rounds.

Vulnerabilities in defence were exposed in a 3-2 quarter-final win. The team will rely heavily on the form of Mohamed Salah, who has carried the scoring burden with four goals so far.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🐆Senegal (possible):

Mendy, Diatta, Koulibaly, Niakhate, Diouf, Diarra, I.Gueye, P.Gueye, Ndiaye, Jackson, Mane.

 

🦅Egypt (possible):

El Shenawy, Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Fatouh, Attia, Fathi, Adel, Salah, Marmoush, Trezeguet.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Sadio Mane — The Senegalese captain has registered three assists, the most for his team. He will be the key source of creativity and inspiration.

✨ Mohamed Salah — With four goals, he is eyeing the Golden Boot and a place in Egypt's AFCON scoring history. He is the undeniable focal point for the Pharaohs.

✨ Pape Gueye — Crucial in midfield, his ability to control the game and contribute with goals, as shown against Sudan, will be vital.

✨ Omar Marmoush — The forward has scored twice in the tournament and will be essential in supporting Salah and challenging Senegal's strong defence.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Senegal to win = 2.11

💵 Egypt to win = 4.39

💵 Both teams to score (Yes) = 2,15

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 2.55

 

This clash presents a classic battle of consistency versus individual brilliance: a well-drilled and confident Senegal side faces an Egypt team reliant on its superstar to navigate to the final.

With history favouring Senegal and a record in sight for Salah, Tangier is set for a compelling AFCON semi-final night.

Who do you think will take the place in the final? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

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