Real Sociedad has returned to Zubieta to resume its preparation after two and a half days of rest, with its sights set on the Basque derby at the weekend. The team returned to the fields on Wednesday afternoon, at 6:00 p.m., in a session that went smoothly and without any relevant medical news.
The coaching staff, led by American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, took advantage of the absence of international commitments to return to the usual routine. The day included the entire first team squad, who worked at the same pace on the pitch. The only players who remained in the infirmary were Beitia and Álvaro Odriozola, who are still recovering from their injuries. To complete the group, Matarazzo added goalkeeper Aitor Fraga and forward Alex Marchal, both from the youth ranks.
The afternoon session marks the beginning of the specific preparation for the Basque derby, scheduled for next Sunday at 9:00 p.m. at the San Mamés stadium. The coach has four consecutive days of work to refine tactics and strategy, taking advantage of not having UEFA Europa League matches during the week. In contrast, Athletic Club will have to face a Copa del Rey match, which could affect their level of preparation and fitness for the match at San Mamés.
With the season in full swing, Real Sociedad are looking to maintain their momentum and take advantage of the opportunity of a break without external competitions to polish their game. The Basque derby is shaping up to be a decisive match, and both teams will be motivated to achieve victory in the city of San Sebastián. Real Sociedad hopes to capitalize on its preparation advantage and emerge victorious in the duel that promises to be a spectacle of Basque football.