Sunday, December 12, 2010

Barcelona wants to finish the year standing at the top position as they host Real Sociedad on Sunday at the Camp Nou.

Barcelona vs Real Sociedad

Camp Nou, Barcelona (Barcelona), Sunday December 12th, 3:00PM EST
Real Sociedad visits the Camp Nou in the best possible scenario, as last week's victory at the Basque derby against Athletic boosted the morale of Martin Lasarte's Errealas to its maximum.

Having scored 27 goals in the last six matches, Barcelona wants to prolong their leadership for another week before they visit Espanyol next week.

Pep Guardiola might introduce a few modifications on his scheme to prepare for next week's visit to Cornella-El-Prat. Gerard Pique could miss such decisive clash if he's booked, for what Eric Abidal and Maxwell might strengthen the back line against Real Sociedad.

The partnership between Xabi Prieto and Joseba Llorente has been the backbone of Txuri-urdin success. They might have trouble dealing with Barcelona's midfielders (it's uncertain whether Sergio Busquets or Javier Mascherano will play a defensive role in the midfield).

Real Sociedad must undertake a test of fire if they're meant to fight for the European qualification. Will they make it?

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