Real Sociedad Cling to Europa League Hopes as Barcelona Looms

Close Contest in La Liga

Barcelona will host Real Sociedad in an intriguing La Liga clash on Monday night, with both sides vying for important points. As it stands, Barcelona sits third in the standings with 73 points, while Real Sociedad occupies sixth place with 54 points.

Barcelona Aim for Redemption

Barcelona suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Girona in their previous match, marking their third setback in the last five fixtures. The loss highlighted defensive vulnerabilities that they will need to address against Real Sociedad.

Real Sociedad's Europa League Ambitions

Real Sociedad, on the other hand, is locked in a battle for a Europa League berth. They currently sit five points behind Real Betis, who hold the sixth and final qualification spot. A victory at Camp Nou would be a significant step towards securing their European aspirations.