Manchester United vs Real Sociedad live stream in the Europa League
Football fans are eagerly anticipating a thrilling clash as Manchester United hosts Spanish side Real Sociedad on Thursday evening at Old Trafford. This decisive match is part of the second leg of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 for the 2024-2025 season. With the first leg ending in a draw, both teams will be aiming for victory to secure a spot in the next round.
Match Date and Time
The match between Manchester United and Real Sociedad is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 PM GMT on Thursday, March 13. The first leg, held last week at Reale Arena, ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving everything to play for in the return fixture.
Broadcast Channels
Fans can watch the match live on several sports networks, including:
- beIN Sports HD
- Sky Sports Main Event UK
- Arena Sport HD Croatia
- Digi Sport HD Romania
- M4 Sport HD Hungary
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Teams’ Journey in the Tournament
Manchester United advanced to the Round of 16 after finishing third in the group stage with 18 points. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad secured their place by convincingly defeating Danish side Midtjylland 5-2 in the second leg, progressing with an aggregate score of 7-3.
Manchester United’s Current Situation
Under the management of Portuguese coach Rúben Amorim, Manchester United enters this crucial fixture under heavy pressure from fans, who are demanding an improvement in performances after a disappointing season. The Red Devils are currently 14th in the Premier League with 34 points and were recently eliminated from the FA Cup following a penalty shootout loss to Fulham.
Since taking over from former coach Erik ten Hag in November, Amorim has struggled to turn things around. In 27 matches across all competitions, United has recorded just 11 wins, alongside 5 draws and 10 defeats. This poor run of form has intensified speculation about his possible dismissal if results do not improve.
Real Sociedad’s Expectations
On the other hand, Real Sociedad, managed by Imanol Alguacil, sees this as a golden opportunity to capitalize on Manchester United’s struggles and secure a spot in the quarter-finals. The Spanish team currently sits 11th in La Liga with 34 points, having registered 10 wins, 4 draws, and 13 losses so far this season.
Head-to-Head History
According to statistics from "Transfermarkt," the two teams have faced each other seven times in official competitions. Manchester United holds the upper hand with three victories, while Real Sociedad has won just once, with three matches ending in a draw. United has netted 67 goals in these encounters, conceding only two.
Conclusion
This match represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to progress in the Europa League. While Manchester United is desperate to salvage their European campaign, Real Sociedad is aiming to pull off an upset by eliminating the English giants. Will the Red Devils rise to the challenge, or will the Spanish side capitalize on their struggles? The answers will be revealed on Thursday night at Old Trafford.