Real Sociedad and Villarreal have both been making progress in their respective leagues, but they're still only two points apart in the race for the Europa League qualification spots. The gap between the two teams is narrowing as they both look to improve their performances.

Real Sociedad has struggled recently, with just one win from its last six games. However, that hasn't stopped them from trying to climb back into the mix. The club has been working hard to strengthen its squad, adding players like Mariano Alonso, who scored his first goal for the club in the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid, and midfielder Pablo Zabaleta, who made a significant impact on the team's recent form.

Villarreal, meanwhile, has also had some success lately, winning the Copa del Rey and finishing second in the league. The club has been working hard to strengthen its squad, bringing in new signings such as forward Pedro Sánchez and winger Javier Mascherano, who can add a fresh dimension to the team's attack.

As the deadline looms for the Europa League qualification rounds, both Real Sociedad and Villarreal will need to put together strong performances to stay alive in the race. Both clubs have shown promise so far, and it will be interesting to see which club will emerge victorious in the coming weeks.