Real Sociedad triumphed over Osasuna with a decisive 2-0 victory, securing their place in the semifinals of the Copa del Rey on Thursday evening. This win marks the continuation of Sociedad's dominance against Osasuna, having eliminated them for the second consecutive season.
The match, held at Real Sociedad's home ground, featured first-half goals from Ander Barrenetxea and Brais Méndez, propelling the home team toward victory. Barrenetxea opened the scoring with a well-timed shot, setting the tone for the remainder of the match, before Méndez doubled the advantage with another impressive finish.
Osasuna, facing the formidable challenge of playing with ten men, saw their chances dwindle considerably after Alejandro Catena was issued a straight red card following video review intervention. The 35th-minute dismissal left Osasuna scrambling to hold back the advancing Sociedad side, who took full advantage of the situation.
According to The Associated Press, this victory follows last season’s Round of 16 clash, where Sociedad also triumphed with a 2-0 scoreline at Osasuna. It highlights the growing rivalry between the two clubs, with Sociedad progressively establishing their superiority.
This semifinal berth is particularly significant for Real Sociedad, as they hadn’t reached this stage of the Copa del Rey since claiming their third title during the 2019-20 season. The team excitedly looks forward to the next round, with hopes of capturing another trophy.
Fans cheered as Sociedad's players celebrated their hard-fought win. The team’s successful run demonstrates their resilience and ambition, positioning them as serious contenders for this year's Copa del Rey title.
With the Copa del Rey semifinals on the horizon, Sociedad will aim to maintain their aggressive offensive strategy and solid defense demonstrated throughout this match. They are poised to challenge the remaining teams and bring home the coveted trophy, continuing to build their legacy within Spanish football.
The match result undoubtedly adds to the excitement for players and supporters alike, as they dream of reaching the finals and perhaps lifting the Copa del Rey once more.