Real Sociedad B arrives at the derby loaded with history: the two matches of the 2025/26 campaign added up to 15 goals, a record no other pairing in the division achieved. Next Friday, August 14 at 20:30, the reserves will meet Castellón in the opening of Segunda División 2026/27.
How was the record built?
On November 15, 2025, Castellón beat Real Sociedad B 5‑4 in Castalia, delivering nine goals in 90 minutes. In the return leg, on March 7, 2026, the Donostia side won 4‑2 at Zubieta, adding six more. Overall, seven goals from Castellón and eight from the San Sebastián reserve summed to the 15 that left the rivals four goals ahead of the next group, which only reached 11.
Why does this clash stand out?
No other Segunda División 2025/26 pairing exceeded 11 goals, making this duel the most open of the season. Teams like Almería‑Ceuta or Málaga‑Andorra hit 11, but the four‑goal gap versus Real Sociedad B‑Castellón highlights the match's uniqueness. Even in a league known for high‑scoring games, the blend of attacks and defensive responses made this pair shine.
What does it mean for the new season?
The schedule has brought the two clubs together again, giving fans a fresh chance to relive the excitement. As the 2026/27 season looms, the outcomes could affect squad morale and fan perception of the reserve's offensive firepower. Moreover, reserve performances often serve as a barometer for the senior side, which finished 2025 in seventh place in La Liga with 42 points, 11 wins, 9 draws and 11 losses.
Current facts surrounding the match
In the final 2025 table, Real Sociedad placed seventh in La Liga with 42 points, while the defense conceded 48 goals and scored 49, sitting 37 points behind leaders Barcelona. The next senior fixture is against Elche at home on February 28, 2027, and Álvaro Odriozola remains sidelined.
