‘La Real must win at all costs’

David Zurutuza has insisted that Real Sociedad must beat Athletic Bilbao at all costs on Sunday.

The two sides face off in the first Basque derby of the season this weekend, and the midfielder is refusing to accept anything other than a victory from Los Txuriurdin, who recently suffered their first defeat under David Moyes.

"We went to Villarreal with the intention of winning, but it was tough because our confidence took a hit," he admitted at a Press conference today.

"We've played in a few derbies and know that the table is irrelevant. The most important thing is to win, no matter how.

"I'll speak from last year's experience. At first, playing twice a week affects you a little, but I think Athletic have already adapted to the situation.

"It's an opportunity for all the players to redeem themselves, regain their confidence and get that push we desperately need.

"Being at home, we must attack and take more risks. Hopefully it's a hotly-contested match.

"These are the type of games which must be taken in their own right. In recent years, the derbies have fallen in our favour.

"It's a special and unique match, and we're eager to win because it'll give us a peace of mind."

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