Matarazzo reshuffles his starting XI vs Atlético: Remiro, Beitia, Barrenetxea

Real Sociedad and Atlético de Madrid bring back last season’s Copa del Rey matchup, now in LaLiga. Matarazzo’s side arrive unbeaten in their last three games, and they also had the chance to rest midweek, unlike their visitors. After a hard-fought win at Elche (with rotations), this is another big test.

Three changes in the XI

For this clash, the coach has tweaked the lineup compared to the previous match. As Mundo Deportivo reports, after Marrero started at the Martínez Valero, Remiro returns to goal. In defense, due to the absences of Zubeldia and Jon Martín, Beitia comes in and Sarr keeps his place. On the right flank, Barrenetxea is named starter, replacing Ochieng.

The rest of the structure stays the same: the fullbacks and midfield hold their spots, as does the left winger — Guedes starts for a second straight time — with Oyarzabal leading the line.

Bench options

On the bench are Marrero, Aihen, Gorrotxategi, Turrientes, Óskarsson, Ochieng, Take, Pacheco, Fort, Zakharyan, Carrera and Marchal. With the team already rotating last time out, these changes aim to manage minutes while covering defensive absences against Atlético.