Real Sociedad kicks off the 2026-27 LaLiga season on August 15, with a calendar that promises to be exciting.

What happens on the first matchday?

The team from San Sebastián will start its journey in the competition with an away game, as its stadium is under construction.

When is El Clásico played?

El Clásico between Barcelona and Real Madrid will be played on October 25 at the Camp Nou, while the return match will be played on May 9 at the Bernabéu.

What other notable matches are on the calendar?

The Madrid derby between Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid will be played on September 20, with the return match on April 4. Real Sociedad, for its part, will have to face a complicated calendar, with matches against teams like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Atlético Madrid.

The 2025 season ended with Real Sociedad in 7th place in the standings, with 42 points and a record of 11 wins, 9 draws, and 11 losses in 31 games. As for goals, the team scored 49 and conceded 48, giving them a difference of +1. Álvaro Odriozola is one of the players who is currently injured.

Real Sociedad's next match is against Elche, which will be played on February 28, 2027, at the San Sebastián stadium.