Real Sociedad Team News Page 19 - Soccer

Sheraldo Becker - Joining La Liga side Becker completed a move to Real Sociedad from Union Berlin on Thursday.

Impact Becker made 16 appearances across Bundesliga and Champions League competition for Union Berlin this season in which he registered two goals on 27 shots (11 on target), one assist, 78 crosses (14 accurate) and 19 chances created. With the move to Real Sociedad, the forward should continue to feature prominently in the starting XI and offer decent offensive upside.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Nigeria coach questions why Sadiq can play for Real Sociedad despite missing Africa Cup with injury

Nigeria coach José Peseiro says he is “confused” about why Umar Sadiq can play for Spanish team Real Sociedad despite an injury ruling the forward out the Africa Cup of Nations

JANUARY 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Umar Sadiq - Back in action Sadiq came off the bench for the closing stages of Wednesday's 2-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Sadiq was recalled from the Nigerian national team with a knee injury that was expected to sideline him for more than a month. Instead of missing a month he missed about three days before returning Wednesday. It's a very uncertain situation but the only thing that all parties agree on is that Sadiq is back with Sociedad, and is fit once more.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Andre Silva - Starts in cup win Silva got the start and shot twice during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Silva was back in the starting XI for Wednesday's win and was decent, even if he was held off the scoresheet. A calf injury had kept him sidelined for multiple months and small issues have seen him in and out of the starting XI of late. Still this 73 minute run was his longest of the seasn and could be a sign of a more consistent role that is soon to follow.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Umar Sadiq - Returns from AFCON Sadiq was dealing with a knee injury that forced him to return to Real Sociedad from the Africa Cup of Nations. Despite the knock, manager Imanol Alguacil expected the forward to b...

Impact While it's no doubt a disappointment for Sadiq to miss the rest of the tournament with Nigeria, the club will benefit from having him back early. Prior to his departure, the forward featured in four of his last six outings, including a Champions League clash with Inter Milan, and should be in contention to reclaim a spot in the starting XI if fully fit.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Set for suspension return Remiro completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Celta Vigo on Saturday.

Impact Remiro missed the Basque derby against Athletic Bilbao due to suspension, but fortunately for Sociedad, he'll be available to face Celta. This means Unai Marrero will head back to a bench role.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad, the Basque derby: Two cities and teams with distinct identities The Basque derby between Athletic Club and Real Sociedad is a game between rivals who are also friends and often family...

JANUARY 15 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Aihen Munoz - Assists off the bench against Athletic Munoz assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Athletic.

Impact Munoz, subbed on for Kieran Tierney in the 80th minute, contributed instantly by assisting Mikel Oyarzabal's goal in the 88th minute. He also made a tackle and a clearance. This marked his first league goal involvement in nearly five months. Furthermore, he has featured in every league game this season.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Oyarzabal - Scores late against Athletic Oyarzabal scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Athletic.

Impact Oyarzabal surprised with an unexpected chest goal, turning in Aihen Munoz's attempted shot in the 88th minute. Despite consistent efforts, he couldn't convert other chances. Defensively, he contributed with two interceptions and one clearance. Oyarzabal, Sociedad's top scorer, has featured in every game this season, tallying eight goals and an assist.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Marrero - Concedes twice to Athletic Unai Marrero registered two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Athletic.

Impact Marrero made a couple of saves, but his performance was marred by conceding a first-half brace to Alex Berenguer. With Alejandro Remiro sidelined due to a red card against Alaves, Marrero is anticipated to start in the upcoming match against Celta Vigo.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 13 • YOUTUBE

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JANUARY 13 • YOUTUBE

Martin Zubimendi - Cleared to start Zubimendi (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's derby clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Zubimendi is good to go after picking up a knock last week during Copa del Rey. The midfielder is a locked in starter when fit having scored four goals and provided an assist in 19 La Liga appearances.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Arsen Zakharyan - Starting derby clash Zakharyan (undisclosed) is starting for Real Sociedad during Saturday's match against Athletic Club.

Impact Zakharyan is good to go after being a doubt in the buildup due to a knock suffered last week in Copa del Rey. The attacker makes just his fifth La Liga start of the season Saturday.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Gio Reyna to Real Sociedad? USMNT star attracting interest from La Liga side as he looks to depart Borussia Dortmund this January | Goal.com US USMNT star Gio Reyna has been linked with a move to La Liga side Real Sociedad this January.

JANUARY 12 • GOAL.COM

Martin Zubimendi - Available for Basque derby Zubimendi (thigh) has been named in the squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

Impact Zubimendi picked up a knock in the win over Malaga in the Copa del Rey this past weekend, but it wasn't anything serious, and Zubimendi is available to face the derby against Bilbao with no limitations, Barring a setback, he should hold his regular spot in central midfield.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Andre Silva - In squad for Saturday's match Andre Silva (calf) has been named in the squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

Impact Silva picked up the injury in his left leg in the first match of the calendar year, and while he wasn't available to face Malaga in the Copa del Rey this past weekend, he seems to be fit enough to, at least, be an option off the bench in this Basque derbi. Silva has struggled with injuries all season long, translating in just five appearances and no goals between the league and the Champions League.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Arsen Zakharyan - Makes squad for derby Zakharyan (undisclosed) has been named in the squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

Impact Zakharyan picked up a knock in Sunday's win over Malaga in the Copa del Rey that made him feel "uncomfortable," according to manager Imanol Alguacil. Still, he shouldn't have problems featuring against Bilbao. The Russian winger has a strong shot at cracking the starting lineup again due to the team's lack of depth between injuries and international commitments.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Aritz Elustondo - Available to face Athletic Elustondo (undisclosed) has been named in the squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.

Impact Elustondo didn't play against Alaves on Jan. 2, but he did feature off the bench in the Copa del Rey tie against Malaga on Jan. 7, so his availability for this matchup has never been in question. That said, it's unclear whether Elustondo will start or come off the bench in this Basque derby, as he's bounced around between both roles in the current campaign.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 11 • YOUTUBE

Umar Sadiq - Called up by Nigeria Sadiq was called up for AFCON 2023 with Nigeria.

Impact Sadiq is expected to miss most of January and potentially longer if the Super Eagles make a knockout stage run. The forward has been in the starting XI a bit more of late, but was left on the bench last time out and hasn't scored in five straight matches.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Zubimendi - Picks up knock in Copa match Zubimendi picked up a knock in Sunday's win over Malaga in the Copa del Rey, but he's expected to be available for the match against Athletic Bilbao on Saturday, Roberto Ramajo of...

Impact Real Sociedad's manager Imanol Alguacil said during his post-game press conference that Zubimendi was dealing with a muscular problem in his glute, so he was subbed off at halftime. However, the Sociedad medical staff is confident that Zakharyan won't miss time, meaning he should be available to face Athletic Bilbao in the Basque derby on Saturday.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Arsen Zakharyan - Should be fine for derby Zakharyan picked up a knock in Sunday's win over Malaga in the Copa del Rey, but he's expected to be available for the match against Athletic Bilbao on Saturday, Roberto Ramajo of...

Impact Real Sociedad's manager Imanol Alguacil said during his post-game press conference that Zakharyan picked up a knock 15 minutes into the match and looked notoriously uncomfortable after that, leading to his substitution. Despite the knock, the Sociedad medical staff is confident that Zakharyan won't miss time, meaning he should be available to face Athletic Bilbao in the Basque derby on Saturday.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Did Kieran Tierney just aim a dig at Mikel Arteta? Arsenal loanee issues decisive response to early Emirates return rumours as defender praises atmosphere at Real Sociedad games | Goal.com US Kieran Tierney has ruled out a January return to Arsenal and revealed that he was overlooked by Mikel Arteta despite suffering “almost no in...

JANUARY 5 • GOAL.COM

Take - Leaving to Japan for treatment Kubo suffered a quadriceps injury during Tuesday's match with Alaves and will receive treatment with the Japan national team while they participate in the Asian Cup tournament.

Impact It does not seem like Kubo's quad injury is too serious and will likely participate in the Asian Cup in Qatar. He has scored six goals with three assists in 18 La Liga appearances with Real Sociedad this season, which is only three away from his career high. The midfielder also played his first campaign in the Champions League, logging in five starts in six appearances with an assist.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Nigeria coach questions why Sadiq can play for Real Sociedad despite missing Africa Cup with injury