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American coach Matarazzo gets first win as Real Sociedad sneak late win at Getafe

Real Sociedad has given its new American coach a win to start the new year

55 MINS AGO • Associated Press

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1 HOUR AGO • YOUTUBE

Igor Zubeldia - Serves ban Zubeldia has served his one-game ban and is an option moving forward for his club.

Impact Zubeldia is no longer on the sidelines after his ban, with the defender sitting his one-match out and now an option. The defender has yet to miss a start all season when an option and should return to that role next game, recording his first assist in 14 appearances this season just two games ago.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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5 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

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5 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Takefusa Kubo - Very effective Sunday Kubo assisted once to go with three shots (three on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Kubo had a brilliant performance Sunday, not only assisting but also having three key passes, shots on target and tackles won with four successful dribbles in the process. His recent form as been top tier, scoring once with two assists in the last five league appearances, collecting six shots on target, 12 key passes and 13 successful dribbles in that span.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Goncalo Guedes - Scores against Atletico Madrid Guedes scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was g...

Impact Guedes logged in the only goal for Real Sociedad Sunday, having two shots on goal, though was shown a yellow card as well. All four of his goals this season was scored within the last eight matches, having eight shots on target, six key passes and eight successful dribbles in that span.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Concedes one Remiro had one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Remiro was quiet in the net Sunday, making just one save and allowing one goal vs Atletico Madrid. It has not been the best season for the keeper, having only collected one clean sheet this campaign. He has also allowed 26 goals in 18 games, making 37 saves with 13 high claims.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Orri Oskarsson - On bench Sunday Oskarsson (hamstring) has been included as a substitute option for Sunday's game against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Oskarsson is available for the first time since Aug. 30 but might only see a few minutes of play with Goncalo Guedes and Mikel Oyarzabal getting the nod in attacking spots. Oskarsson scored once in three games played at the beginning of the season, although he only started once over that span.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ander Barrenetxea - On bench to face Atletico Barrenetxea (undisclosed) is on the bench in Sunday's matchup versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Barrenetxea should boost his side's attacking power, offering a talented left-wing option if required during the game. He hasn't been a consistent starter since November, but he produced two goals when coming off the bench in his last few matches. He could be an alternative to Goncalo Guedes and Mikel Oyarzabal going forward.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Orri Oskarsson - Back for Sunday Oskarsson (hamstring) is on the team sheet for the match vs Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Oskarsson could make his return to the pitch Sunday after missing the last four months with a hamstring injury. He is not expected to start off with tons of minutes, as he will likely gradually get back into match fitness following his long term injury.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Yangel Herrera - Remains sidelined Herrera (calf) won't be an option to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, according to Marta Gonzalo of Diario AS.

Impact Herrera has struggled with injuries throughout the entire season, and the central midfielder won't be an option for the first clash of the calendar year. He doesn't have a timetable for his return to action, but given he's yet to engage in training at all, he should be at least a few weeks away from being an option for the coaching staff.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Barrenetxea - Returns to training Barrenetxea (undisclosed) was spotted in training Friday, according to Marta Gonzalo of Diario AS.

Impact The return of Barrenetxea means newly-appointed manager Pellegrino Matarazzo will have his entire attacking line available for this clash. Barrenetxea has seen regular minutes when healthy, but he's not likely to feature in the XI as long as Goncalo Guedes, Mikel Oyarzabal and Takefusa Kubo are healthy.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Takefusa Kubo - Scores header in draw Kubo scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Levante.

Impact Kubo scored his second goal of the season with a well-taken header after a crucial chance created by Goncalo Guedes. Operating from the right flank, he has registered 21 shots and created 19 chances, but has directly contributed to just three goals so far. There is clear attacking upside in his play, though the end product has yet to fully follow, leaving him on pace for roughly four goals across 30 league matches. Kubo will now face a tough test against Atletico Madrid, who sit third in the table, as he looks to deliver a strong performance for a Sociedad side currently struggling in 16th place.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goncalo Guedes - Creative effort in draw Guedes generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Levante.

Impact Guedes was very active in the match against Levante and created a crucial chance that led to a clean headed finish by Takefusa Kubo. Even though he did not register a direct goal contribution on the stat sheet, he played a pivotal role in the buildup. He now has three goals and one assist in 17 league matches this season, already surpassing his goal total from last year in 12 fewer games. Despite his improvement, it has still been a difficult campaign for Guedes as Sociedad have struggled collectively. They now face a tough challenge against Atletico Madrid, who currently sit third in the table.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Concedes goal in draw Remiro had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Levante.

Impact Remiro was on track to record his second clean sheet of the LaLiga season, but it was spoiled by a late conceded penalty. This was one of his better chances to come away with a strong performance, yet he has continued to struggle overall. He has faced 61 shots this season and holds a low save percentage of 59 percent. Remiro now faces a tough test against Atletico Madrid, who currently sit third in the table with 33 goals scored.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Igor Zubeldia - Set to be suspended Zubeldia will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Zubeldia picked up his fifth yellow card, resulting in a suspension for the La Liga match against Atletico on Jan. 4. The center-back is an undisputed starter in defense for the Basques, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Aritz Elustondo likely taking his spot in a new back-three system under new coach Pellegrino Matarazzo.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jon Aramburu - Ban over Aramburu is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward.

Impact Aramburu is no longer banned and is with the club after his fifth yellow card of the season. He is theyr typical starter at right-back, starting in 14 of his 15 appearances this season, and should return to that role.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo hired by Real Sociedad in La Liga

Real Sociedad has hired American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo with the team near La Liga’s relegation zone

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Mikel Oyarzabal - Makes starting XI Oyarzabal (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Levante.

Impact Oyarzabal starts in the XI for Saturday's match after returning to training following a hamstring injury. The attacker had not missed a start this season prior to being sidelined and now resumes his place in the lineup. His return provides an immediate boost in attack as he will look to keep his role under new coach Jon Ansotegi.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Barrenetxea - Won't face Levante Barrenetxea (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Levante, according to manager Jon Ansotegi. "Barrene still won't be able to train, so she would be low."

Impact Barrenetxea is hitting the sidelines for a bit of time after he was forced off injured last match, with the attacker unable to train this week. The good news is he will now have two weeks to recover with no match due to the break, hoping he can make a full recovery when the club resumes play.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Oyarzabal - Option to face Levante Oyarzabal (hamstring) is an option for Saturday's match against Levante, according to manager Jon Ansotegi. "Mikel Oyarzabal has had three more days to progress and he is much bett...

Impact Oyarzabal is likely to be in the squad this weekend, with the attacker taking the field to train after a hamstring injury. This is set to place him with a return Saturday, just needing to make the team sheet. He had yet to miss a start this season until his injury, likely to return to that spot once fit.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orri Oskarsson - Returns to team training Oskarsson (hamstring) was spotted back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Oskarsson missed all games since late August due to a hamstring injury but finally returned to the training pitch on Thursday, as he took part in his first team training session in months. This is good news for the Basques, as he will provide a boost and an additional option in the frontline, although he is expected to reclaim a rotational role for the club moving forward.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Oyarzabal - Spotted in team training Oyarzabal (hamstring) was spotted back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Oyarzabal seems to have fully recovered from his hamstring injury that sidelined him for the past three games, as he returned to full team training on Thursday. This is a significant development for the Basques, as Oyarzabal has been an undisputed starter in the frontline, and his return will provide a boost up front, while the recent appointment of Jon Ansotegi as head coach is unlikely to change that dynamic.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jon Aramburu - Set for suspension Aramburu will serve one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Aramburu accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Levante on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter at right-back for the Basques, with Aritz Elustondo as the most likely option to replace him for that game. Aramburu will be back available for the clash against Atletico on Jan. 4.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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