Real Sociedad vs. Atlético Madrid: A Clash of Titans at Anoeta

Real Sociedad and Atlético Madrid will clash tonight at Anoeta, concluding the Sunday fixtures. The hosts welcome Simeone’s squad for Matarazzo’s debut as the new head coach of Real Sociedad. The home team is in dire need of a victory to dispel any lingering doubts, while Atlético aims to head into the Supercopa de España with a positive momentum. This matchup features two historic clubs in LaLiga vying for three vital points as they open the year 2026.

The match between Real Sociedad and Atlético Madrid, part of the 18th round of LaLiga EA Sports, is scheduled for Sunday, January 4, at 21:00 hours.

Fans can catch the live broadcast of the game on the DAZN channel. Additionally, the match can be followed through Radio MARCA’s commentary and live updates on MARCA.com. Pre-match coverage will begin two hours prior, featuring lineups and analysis. After the match, readers can enjoy a recap, player interviews, and highlights of key plays and goals.

Real Sociedad enters this LaLiga EA Sports match against Atlético Madrid following a draw with Levante, currently sitting in 16th place with 17 points.

In contrast, Atlético Madrid arrives at the match after a victory over Girona, holding 3rd place with 37 points.