The match ended in draw. Evennif Villarreal was able to win the match, I do not see them entering the top 4 in detriment of Real Sociedad. Recently, Sociedad seems to be stronger than before as they were able to win 3 out of their last 5 matches. That is actually the same form that the league leaders Barcelona are. W3 D1 L1...That being said, I will like to see Sociedad in the next champions league other than Villarreal because they will give a better fight. The good joy i derive from Villarreal is the Nigerian born winger Chukwueze who occasionally destroyes Madrid
Real Sociedad is now seven points ahead of Villareal, that places Sociedad in a close to uncatchable position.
The back to back losses Villareal had against Valladolid and Sevilla certainly didn't help.
But if you look at the last eight matches of both Real Sociedad and Villareal in the league, they've both had five wins, two losses and one draws. Those are very identical stats, so at this rate Sociedad retains the 4th position.
Unsatisfactory results continued to be felt by Real Madrid, this time they had to lose to Real Sociedad. To be honest, Real Madrid have been on a downturn lately, and if they do, it will make it even more difficult for them in the Champions League. In the Champions League, they will face Manchester City, which incidentally is the favorite to beat Real Madrid. They have to prepare for the Champions League match in the best possible way, because their opponents are really difficult.
Atletico is winning currently and if it stays like that Real Madrid will drop to 3rd position in the league.
People keep saying Madrid is only focused on the copa del rey final and the champions league but losses in the league can affect their mentality. Man City is constantly winning while Madrid is doing the opposite.
At this rate, Osasuna has a very big chance of walking home with the Copa del rey trophy this weekend.