Deportivo Tests Revival Against Real Sociedad at Anoeta

Deportivo will visit Real Sociedad at Anoeta on Sunday, October 11, 2026, in LaLiga EA Sports as Antonio Hidalgo’s team seeks to maintain its strong start after the international break. The match tests a promoted side facing injury problems against a historic Primera División opponent.

According to riazor.org, Deportivo and Real Sociedad enter the match level on 10 points in the standings. The report said injuries to several players have forced Hidalgo to consider a changed lineup, while 182 readers selected a preferred starting XI with a 4-3-3 formation receiving 65.4 percent support.

The readers’ proposed lineup from riazor.org included Leo Román in goal, Quagliata, Ximo Navarro, Giménez and Lucas Noubi in defense, Mario Soriano, Amatucci and Diego Villares in midfield, with attacking positions also expected to feature changes because of absences.

La Voz de Galicia reported that Real Sociedad also faces availability issues after the international break, with defensive options affected by injuries. The same report said the teams have similar league records, although their performances and methods have differed during the opening stages of the season.

Real Sociedad coach Pellegrino Matarazzo highlighted Deportivo’s quality before the match and assessed the opponent’s project.

"They are not just any team, they are a historic club that has made a great investment in the market. They are a great team, well coached and with a clear idea, we expect tactical variations beyond who plays, as in every match," said Pellegrino Matarazzo, Real Sociedad coach.

According to La Voz de Galicia, Matarazzo’s team has been criticized for conceding goals frequently this season, while the coach has maintained his intention to continue with an attacking approach. The report also noted improved performances from players including Yangel Herrera, Carlos Soler, Gonçalo Guedes, Luka Sucic and Sergio Gómez.

Matarazzo also described his team’s condition after the long break and discussed the importance of collecting points rather than focusing on European positions at this stage.

"Prepared," said Pellegrino Matarazzo, Real Sociedad coach.

He also referred to the break as containing "positive and negative things," according to La Voz de Galicia, which reported his assessment of the squad’s preparation before facing Deportivo.

"Being close to Europe is not our objective right now. It is time to get points and improve our performance on the field to show in the future where we really are," said Pellegrino Matarazzo, Real Sociedad coach.

According to laquiniela.es, Deportivo used the international break for friendly matches against Penafiel and Porto to maintain competitive rhythm and work on tactical adjustments. The match at Anoeta is considered a significant test for the club during its return to Spain’s top division.

Riazor.org reported that Deportivo has not won away against Real Sociedad since 2007, when Arizmendi scored the only goal in a February victory. The most recent meeting in 2018 ended with a 5-0 home win for Real Sociedad.