Real Madrid Edges Real Sociedad in Tense Copa del Rey Semifinal First Leg

2025-03-03

Real Madrid secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal at Reale Arena on February 26, 2025. The decisive moment came in the first half when Endrick scored the only goal of the match, capitalizing on a fast break to give Los Blancos a crucial advantage heading into the second leg.

The match was not without controversy. Just before halftime, the game was briefly paused due to offensive chants directed at Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio by home fans. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti later confirmed that Asencio was substituted at halftime due to the emotional toll of the chants and a yellow card he had received. Additionally, a video emerged showing a Real Sociedad fan making racist gestures toward Vinícius Júnior during the stoppage, further marring the encounter.

Real Sociedad, despite their efforts, failed to equalize, with key chances from Mikel Oyarzabal and Takefusa Kubo being saved by Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin. The hosts also appealed for a penalty late in the game, but the referee waved play on.

Real Madrid, who last won the Copa del Rey in 2023, now hold a slight edge as they prepare to host the second leg at the Santiago Bernabéu on April 1. Real Sociedad, seeking their first Copa del Rey title since 2020, will need a strong performance in Madrid to overturn the deficit.

Both teams now turn their attention to LaLiga fixtures, with Real Madrid set to face Real Betis and Real Sociedad taking on league leaders Barcelona.

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