Matarazzo Eyes Copa; Sarabia Surprises with Neto

Pellegrino Matarazzo, head coach of Real Sociedad, is making strategic adjustments in preparation for the Copa del Rey. For the upcoming LaLiga match against Elche, Matarazzo has opted to bench Jon Martín, Aramburu, and Turrientes, while keeping key players Oyarzabal and Guedes in the starting lineup.

Matarazzo’s Lineup Changes for Copa del Rey Preparation

The match is set to take place at Anoeta Stadium this Saturday as part of the 23rd round of LaLiga EA Sports. Matarazzo is bringing in Odriozola, Zubeldia, and Gorrotxategi to strengthen his squad for the encounter.

• Real Sociedad Expected Lineup:
  • Goalkeeper: Remiro
  • Defenders: Odriozola, Caleta-Car, Zubeldia, Sergio Gómez
  • Midfielders: Gorrotxategi, Soler, Sucic, Marín
  • Forwards: Guedes, Oyarzabal

Sarabia Makes Key Player Changes for Elche

Elche’s coach, Eder Sarabia, also made significant changes ahead of the match. He has chosen to include Neto in his starting eleven and is bringing back Febas after a suspension, removing Aguado and the transferred Mendoza from the lineup. Additionally, Jhon has been selected to play ahead of Pedrosa.

• Elche Expected Lineup:
  • Goalkeeper: Iñaki Peña
  • Defenders: Jhon, Chust, Affengruber, Petrot, Germán Valera
  • Midfielders: Diang, Neto, Febas
  • Forwards: Álvaro, André Da Silva

As the match approaches, both teams are strategically positioning themselves, with Real Sociedad aiming to maintain momentum from their previous Copa del Rey victory. Meanwhile, Elche seeks to capitalize on their lineup adjustments to secure a crucial away win.