class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>The Premier League side were comfortable winners in the first leg but our tipster is backing the visitors to put up more of a fight at Old Trafford<\/p>\n
<\/head><\/p>\nManchester United welcome Real Sociedad to Old Trafford on Thursday evening with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s men knowing they already have one foot in the last-16 of the Europa League.<\/p>\n
Last week’s 4-0 victory in the first leg of this tie means that – barring a catastrophic collapse – the Premier League side will progress to the next round of the competition.<\/p>\n
Manchester United vs Real Sociedad Latest Odds<\/p>\n
The hosts are quoted at 9\/10 (1.90) to win and at just 1\/500 (1.00) to qualify for the last 16 with bet365.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, optimistic fans of the side from San Sebastian might be interested in the price of 50\/1 (51.00) for them to progress while they can be backed at 11\/4 (3.75) to win on the night.<\/p>\n
The draw is available at 13\/5 (3.60).<\/p>\n
Manchester United vs Real Sociedad Team News<\/p>\n
Given the score line from the first leg, it remains to be seen how strong the respective line-ups from the two managers. United are without Paul Pogba and Phil Jones, while Edinson Cavani, Donny van de Beek and Scott McTominay will be assessed.<\/p>\n
The visitors are missing defenders Joseba Zaldua and Aritz Elustondo, although forward Carlos Fernandez could return from injury.<\/p>\n
Manchester United vs Real Sociedad Preview<\/p>\n
The first leg saw the Spanish side outclassed by their English opponents, with La Real surprisingly poor all over the pitch.<\/p>\n
Imanol Alguacil’s side followed up that disappointment by producing a thumping 4-0 win at the weekend against Alaves and on their day, the Basques play some of the best football in Spain.<\/p>\n
It is surely too big an ask for them to be able to produce a comeback, although restoring some pride by getting on the scoresheet should be well within their grasp.<\/p>\n