Real Sociedad B has kicked off its 2026‑27 preseason without 12 players from last year, while adding several new faces and setting its friendly schedule.

Which players are missing and why?

Jon Ansotegi could not count on up to twelve footballers he coached last season. Ten are training with the first team under Pellegrino Matarazzo, and two more have ended their contracts. The loss of these regular starters leaves the reserve side with a younger, less experienced squad.

Who are the new signings?

Key arrivals include Javier Soroeta, reclaimed from Real Unión, and Iker Ropero, returning after a loan spell. Sydney Osazuwa also comes back from loan, and several third‑team and youth players—Theo Folgado, Lander Olasagasti, among others—receive numbers 1‑25. These reinforcements bring energy and tactical options for the coach.

How does this affect the starting lineup?

Only six players who started regularly last season appeared in today’s training: Lander Astiazaran, Unax Agote, Gorka Gorosabel, Jon Eceizabarrena, Arkaitz Mariezkurrena and Ekain Orobengoa. The shortage of usual starters forces Ansotegi to test unheard‑of combinations and rely on the academy to shape the final roster.

What friendly matches are scheduled?

The friendly calendar features five games: July 18 at 19:00 against Burgos CF in Torrelavega; July 25 at 19:00 versus Pau FC at Estadio Zubieta; July 29 at 19:00 against SD Eibar, also at Zubieta; August 1 at 19:30 versus SD Huesca at Zubieta; and August 8 at 19:30 against Real Zaragoza at Ibercaja Stadium. Each fixture offers a chance to assess new signings and promising youngsters.

What does this mean for the season?

The mix of absences and fresh faces creates uncertainty, but also opens the door to breakthroughs. If the newcomers adapt quickly, Real Sociedad B could exceed expectations in Segunda División B. Performances in the friendlies will be the first clue of how the team is shaping up for the August launch.