FC Barcelona look quite unstoppable right now, after demolishing their bitter rivals Real Madrid in La Liga and Roma in the Champions League consecutively. To prove their recent good form, Luis Enrique’s men have scored a total of 10 goals past their last two opponents, who are much more superior than Real Sociedad.
However, on the other hand, the Basques are still fresh from a morale-boosting victory over Sevilla last Saturday. This was coach Eusebio’s first game in charge of Sociedad after the sacking of their immediate former manager David Moyes. But despite the crucial win over a stronger opponent, many La Real supporters know that the best they can do at the Camp Nou is reducing the extent of damage that the attacking trio Messi, Suarez and Neymar are likely to cause.
The return of Lionel Messi should give the visitors more reason to worry, especially due to the fact that he scored a brace in his last match for the Catalans after returning from injury. However, coach Enrique has insisted that his side will approach this match with caution to avoid a possible disappointment.
During a recent pre-match interview with Marca, the 45-year-old Spanish tactician explained:
"This match will be dangerous for us," he said. "We are in a good moment, and we intend to extend it to the fullest.
"But there are still two thirds of the league and a lot of material to be cut. We will try to create danger from the beginning and be worthy of three points."
Real Sociedad’s current head coach Eusebio was previously working with the coaching staff at Barca as an overseer of their B team. By virtue of having an idea of how the inner circle at Barca operates, he could cause a nightmare to his former side when he returns to face them as Sociedad manager.
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FC Barcelona
The home side have no new injury concerns and this gives Enrique a good reason to select a strong side. Claudio Bravio will start between the goalposts, despite being the captain at Real Sociedad before joining the La Liga giants. In the defence, Dani Alves, Jordi Alba, Pique and Mathieu or Thomas Vermaelen could feature for the home team. The midfield could be marshalled by Sergio Busquests, Sergio Roberto, Ivan Rakitic, while the famous MSN attacking trio will lead the hunt for goals.
Real Sociedad
The away side will lack the services of Asier Illarremendi due to suspension. He joins other absentees such as Markel Bergara, Joseba Zaldua, Ion Ansotegi and Chory Castro. Eusebio’s men will however rely on the lethal Imanol Agirretxe, who has scored nine goals for his side so far this season.
Which channel is broadcasting Barcelona vs Real Sociedad on TV or Online?
- USA: on fuboTv and various beIN Sports channels (check our TV guide for listings)
- Canada: on various beIN sports channels
- Spain: on Canal+ Liga / HD, Abono Futbol or Movistar TV Fútbol
Watch Barcelona vs Real Sociedad in the USA on beIN Sports en Español, beIN SPORTS CONNECT U.S.A., beIN Sports USA or fuboTV starting from 10:00 EST. In Canada, follow the action live from the Camp Nou on beIN Sports en Español, beIN SPORTS CONNECT Canada or beIN Sports Canada from 10:00 EST. In Spain, watch the Catalans host La Real on November 28, 2015 live on Canal+ Liga / HD, Abono Futbol, Movistar TV Fútbol from 16:00 CET.
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Quick facts
- Barcelona have not conceded a goal in their last three games in La Liga at home
- Barcelona have scored a minimum of two goals against Sociedad in their last six home matches
- The home side have scored over 2.5 goals in their last 9 La Liga games
- Barca have won their last six consecutive matches at home in La Liga
- In all competitions, Barca have won 14 of their last home games against their weekend opponents
Team sheets for Barcelona vs Real Sociedad
Barcelona's XI: Bravo; Alves, Piqué, Mascherano, Mathieu; Busquets, Iniesta, Rakitic; Messi, Suárez, Neymar.
Real Sociedad's XI: Rulli, Mikel, Iñigo, Granero, Agirretxe, X.Prieto, Carlos V, Pardo, Canales, Yuri, Elustondo.
Barcelona's subs: Ter Stegen, Bartra, Munir, Alba, Sandro, Adriano, Vermaelen.
Real Sociedad's subs: Bardají, C.Martínez, Bruma, Héctor, D.Reyes, De la Bella, Oyarzabal.
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