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Thrilling Encounter in San Sebastian: Osasuna and Real Sociedad Decide it on Penalties
San Sebastian witnessed a Copa del Rey match for the ages, where Osasuna and Real Sociedad drew 2-2 in a rollercoaster encounter that went all the way to penalties. The match, played at the Reale Arena, began with a surprisingly effective Osasuna. J. Moncayola opened the scoring early, in the 4th minute, with a goal that silenced the home crowd. The lead was extended in the 17th minute thanks to an own goal by M. Oyarzabal, giving an unexpected advantage to the visitors.
Real Sociedad, dominating possession with 69%, didn’t give up and persistently sought to reduce the deficit. However, Osasuna’s defense, although committing several fouls that earned yellow cards for J. Moncayola, J. Herrando, and R. Garcia, remained firm for much of the match. It wasn’t until the 75th minute that B. Turrientes managed to pull one back for the home side, giving hope to the fans. In injury time, I. Zubeldia equalized the score in the 90th minute, forcing extra time.
In extra time, fatigue and tension became evident. M. Oyarzabal missed a crucial penalty for Real Sociedad in the 105th minute. The game went to penalties, where the excitement continued until the very end. After a long series of spot-kicks, with misses on both sides, Real Sociedad finally prevailed from the penalty spot. The match, refereed by César Soto Grado, will be remembered for its intensity and drama. Despite Real Sociedad’s possession and shots on goal, Osasuna’s initial effectiveness nearly secured their passage to the next round.
Substitutions real sociedad: at minute 55 A. Barrenetxea came in and A. Zakharyan went out., at minute 55 J. Gorrotxategi came in and B. Turrientes went out., at minute 74 J. Aramburu came in and A. Odriozola went out., at minute 74 L. Sucic came in and G. Guedes went out., at minute 89 D. Caleta-Car came in and O. Oskarsson went out., at minute 91 O. Oskarsson came in and J. Martin went out.
Substitutions osasuna: at minute 63 K. Barja came in and J. Galan went out., at minute 63 I. Arguibide came in and V. Rosier went out., at minute 71 M. Gomez came in and R. Garcia went out., at minute 85 I. Munoz came in and L. Torro went out., at minute 85 J. Cruz came in and A. Catena went out., at minute 98 R. Garcia came in and A. Budimir went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Real Sociedad
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Osasuna
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