Basque Showdown: Alaves vs Real Sociedad in Copa del Rey Quarter-Finals

Spanish Copa Del Rey  -  Alaves VS Real Sociedad
Match Time:05-02-2026 04:00 Thursday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Alaves will host Basque rivals Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals, competing for a semi-final spot. Real Sociedad have won the trophy twice, most recently in 2019-20, while Alaves have reached the final once in 2017. The match promises a tightly contested clash between two regional rivals.

Team Analysis:
Alaves aims to make history by winning their first-ever Copa del Rey title after reaching the quarter-finals with wins over Deportivo Getxo, Portugalete, Sevilla, and Rayo Vallecano. They come into the match off back-to-back La Liga victories, currently sitting 10th in the table, while Real Sociedad remain unbeaten in their last eight games and are eighth in La Liga. Despite recent league struggles against Alaves, both Basque rivals will battle fiercely for a semi-final spot in this tightly contested cup tie.

Player Situation:
Alaves will be without key players Nikola Maras and Denis Suarez, though Toni Martinez and Lucas Boye are expected to lead the attack again. Real Sociedad will also miss several players due to injuries and suspensions, including Brais Mendez. Both teams are likely to make some adjustments, but core line-ups should remain similar for this crucial Copa del Rey clash.

Result Prediction:
The Copa del Rey clash between Alaves and Real Sociedad is expected to be tightly contested. Real Sociedad could advance to the semi-finals, but Alaves’ recent strong form gives them a slight edge. The match is likely to be decided by a narrow margin.

Predicted Result: Deportivo Alaves 2-1 Real Sociedad.