Why we back Real Sociedad not to lose
Málaga are bottom with 4 goals in eight games and no home win. Real Sociedad are sixth and have won their last two league games. Málaga draw a lot at home (three of four), which is why we choose double chance.
LaLiga · Sunday 18 October 2026 · 17:30
Málaga vs Real Sociedad Prediction, Tips and Odds – 18 October 2026
MálagaHome17:30Sun 18 Oct
Real SociedadAwayCompetitionLaLigaVenueLa Rosaleda
Our tipReal Sociedad or draw (X2)
Odds1.33
Our chance72%
Why we picked it
Málaga are bottom with 4 goals in eight games and no home win.
Odds of 1.33 give about a 75% chance. We rate it a little lower at 72%, so treat this one with care.
Match result chances
Málaga win 28%Draw 27%Real Sociedad win 45%
All markets for this match
Double chance Main tipReal Sociedad or draw (X2)72%1.391.33
Fair odds are what our chance is worth: 100 ÷ chance. When the bookmaker pays more, we mark it as value.
Form, last 5 matches
MálagaDDLLDBottom and still without a win
Real SociedadLLWWDDrew 1-1 at Union SG on Thursday
Oldest on the left, most recent on the right.
Head to head
Málaga 2 · Draw 0 · Real Sociedad 0LaLiga Apr 2018Málaga 2–0 Real Sociedad
LaLiga Dec 2017Real Sociedad 0–2 Málaga
Team news
Málaga
Lobete, Murillo, Ochoa and Juan Cruz are out. Málaga have scored 4 goals in eight games.
Real Sociedad
Pablo Marín is suspended; Aramburu and Odriozola are out.
Málaga vs Real Sociedad: FAQs
When is Málaga vs Real Sociedad?
Málaga vs Real Sociedad (LaLiga) is on Sunday 18 October 2026, kick-off 17:30 (GMT+0100), at La Rosaleda.
What is the best pick for Málaga vs Real Sociedad?
Our main tip is Real Sociedad or draw (X2) at odds of 1.33, which we rate at a 72% chance. Málaga are bottom with 4 goals in eight games and no home win.
Who will win Málaga vs Real Sociedad?
We give Málaga a 28% chance of winning, the draw 27% and Real Sociedad 45%. Real Sociedad are slight favourites.
What is your best pick for Sunday 18 October?
Our Banker of the Day is Real Madrid vs Sevilla: Real Madrid to win at odds of 1.22.
Odds are a guide and may change before kick-off. Predictions are opinions, not guarantees. 18+ only.