REF’s picks

Union Saint-Gilloise bring strong home momentum into this clash and can edge out a Real Sociedad side missing several key defensive figures through injury. While the Spanish visitors possess individual technical quality, their recent inconsistencies on the road leave them vulnerable against an aggressive Belgian pressing scheme.

1. 1Union Saint-Gilloise have been formidable at home and started their European campaign convincingly with a 3-0 win.
2. 2Real Sociedad arrive with notable defensive absentees like Álvaro Odriozola and Jon Aramburu, straining their backline depth.
3. 3Real Sociedad still carry enough attacking talent through players like Mikel Oyarzabal to punish any defensive lapses from the hosts.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.