Villarreal vs Real Sociedad prediction 20.03.2026 | LaLiga

Villarreal come into this fixture in inconsistent but still competitive form. They have recorded three wins, one draw and one defeat in their last five LaLiga matches, which has left them 11 points clear of fifth-placed Real Betis. Marcelino’s men bounced back from a 4-1 defeat to Barcelona with a 2-1 win over Elche and a 1-1 draw with Deportivo Alavés.

Their attacking output has been particularly strong at home, where they have scored at least two goals in each of their last ten matches, underlining their offensive consistency in front of their own fans.

However, defensive concerns persist. Villarreal have conceded in several recent fixtures - four in a row to be precise - and injuries have further complicated matters. Key absentees include Juan Foyth, Logan Costa, Ayoze Pérez and Pau Cabanes, limiting depth both in defence and attack.

Despite these setbacks, Villarreal’s home record remains a major asset. They have been particularly competitive at the Cerámica this season, losing only to elite opposition such as Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Real Sociedad arrive with respectable recent form, registering two wins and one draw in their last five league outings. Pellegrino Matarazzo’s men responded to a 3-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid with a convincing 3-1 win over Osasuna last weekend.

The Basque side have also proven effective away from home, with strong attacking returns - scoring in roughly 70% of their recent away matches. However, their defensive record on the road has been less consistent, with both teams scoring in a majority of those fixtures.

Injury concerns could play a role. Real Sociedad are expected to be without several key players, including Takefusa Kubo, Aihen Muñoz and Álvaro Odriozola, which may impact both their attacking creativity and defensive solidity.