Sociedad vs Real Madrid live: Watch Ronaldo-less game on April 5, 2014

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Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 5-1 the last time both teams met in La Liga. What will happen at the Anoeta on April 5, 2014?

Preview: A must-win game without CR7

Cristiano Ronaldo will be rested. As reported on Thursday, the Portugal captain has a slight patellar tendon problem. Although victory is a must at the Anoeta this weekend, Carlo Ancelotti prefers to avoid taking risks with CR7’s health.

The Italian manager will have to count on hungry youngster Morata who netted an amazing curling goal against Rayo Vallecano last Saturday. Gareth Bale, whose synchronization with Cristiano Ronaldo seems to have broken a bit since the Clasico defeat, will be able to exhibit his freedom in the left wing and cut inside to shoot.

Isco had a great match at home Borussia Dortmund in midweek and he is expected to start against Real Sociedad. Angel Di Maria, who lost 2.5 kilograms within two days due to gastroenteritis, may make the bench.

Xabi Alonso is looking forward to the game. He declared according to the club’s official website:

“Anoeta is always tricky, they have been playing well for two seasons and enjoying great results. People are excited about the team.

“We have to recover as soon as possible because it will be a tough match and we have to win no matter what.”

Real Sociedad are almost guaranteed of playing in Europe next season as they count 10 points more than eight-placed Valencia. They are six points behind fourth-placed Athletic Bilbao but in seven matches, a lot can happen. Sociedad fans can still hope to qualify for the UEFA Champions League.

It was at the Anoeta that the hosts stole a stunning 3-1 win over La Liga champions Barcelona in February. If Sociedad can replicate such an upset, Real Madrid will surely be forced to give up on their league title hopes.