Real Sociedad delivered one of the biggest surprises of the La Liga season by defeating league leaders Barcelona 2-1 in a thrilling clash at the Reale Arena. The result has massive implications at the top of the table, with Real Madrid now sitting just one point behind Barça in the title race.
⚽ Match Summary: Sociedad Punish Barça
Barcelona entered the match as favourites but were undone by a ruthless and energetic Sociedad performance. The hosts showed intensity, pressing, and clinical finishing to secure a vital victory.
- Mikel Oyarzabal (32′) opened the scoring after capitalizing on a defensive lapse.
- Barcelona responded early in the second half through Marcus Rashford (70′), leveling the match and briefly restoring control.
- Sociedad quickly regained momentum, with Guede (71′) restoring their lead almost immediately.
- Carlos Soler (88′) sealed the win late on, finishing off a fast counter that stunned the visitors.
🔵 Barcelona Stumble at the Worst Time
The defeat marks a critical setback for Xavi’s side, who missed the chance to widen the gap at the top. Defensive vulnerabilities and a lack of control in midfield cost Barcelona dearly against a hungry Sociedad side.
Despite dominating phases of possession, Barça struggled to handle Sociedad’s transitions and high press.
🏆 Real Madrid Back in the Hunt
With Barcelona dropping points, Real Madrid have closed the gap to just one point, reigniting what now looks like a fierce two-horse race for the La Liga crown.
This result could prove to be a turning point as momentum shifts toward Madrid heading into the next round of fixtures.
📊 Key Talking Points
- Sociedad’s aggressive press disrupted Barcelona’s rhythm
- Rashford scored but couldn’t rescue Barça
- Sociedad scored twice in 17 minutes to kill the game
- Barcelona’s lead at the top cut to one point
- Real Madrid now firmly back in the title race
🏟 Final Score
Real Sociedad 2–1 Barcelona
⚽ Oyarzabal 32′
⚽ Rashford 70′
⚽ Guede 71′
⚽ Soler 88′
La Liga’s title race just got a lot more interesting.
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