Barcelona vs Real Sociedad: Xavi's side eye second place

Blaugrana seeking to bounce back from title disappointment

Real Sociedad in contention for Europa League qualification

FC Barcelona have the chance to reclaim second spot in La Liga when they host Real Sociedad on Sunday. The Blaugrana saw their slim hopes of winning the title officially ended last weekend, but Xavi Hernandez's side can still secure a strong finish to the campaign.

Real Sociedad, meanwhile, are fighting to ensure their place in the 2024/25 Europa League. Imanol Alguacil's side are currently sixth in the table, three points behind fifth-placed Villarreal.

Barcelona have an excellent recent record against Real Sociedad, winning four of their last five meetings. However, the visitors will be confident of causing an upset, having won three of their last four away games in La Liga.

The match is likely to be a close and competitive affair. Barcelona will be looking to bounce back from their title disappointment, while Real Sociedad will be determined to secure their place in the Europa League.

The hosts are the favourites according to the bookmakers, with Ladbrokes offering odds of 4/20 on a Barcelona win. Real Sociedad are priced at 6/1 to win the match, while the draw is available at 5/1.

Barcelona vs Real Sociedad predictions for Sunday's homecoming for the recently crowned La Liga champions.