Real Sociedad wins Copa del Rey on penalties against Atletico Madrid

Real Sociedad claimed their fourth Copa del Rey title by defeating Atletico Madrid 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in the final in Seville. Goalkeeper Unai Marrero emerged as the hero, saving two penalties to secure the victory. It marks Sociedad's first win in the competition since 2020.

Real Sociedad triumphed in a thrilling Copa del Rey final against Atletico Madrid, ending 2-2 after extra time before winning 4-3 on penalties at the Estadio La Cartuja in Seville on April 18. The match began explosively, with Ander Barrenetxea heading in after just 15 seconds—the fastest goal in Copa del Rey final history. Atletico equalized through Ademola Lookman's low drive after 18 minutes, but Mikel Oyarzabal restored Sociedad's lead from the penalty spot just before halftime following a foul on Goncalo Guedes by Juan Musso.

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