Real Sociedad reaches Copa del Rey final after beating Athletic Bilbao

Real Sociedad secured a place in the Copa del Rey final following a 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the second leg of the semi-final. With an aggregate score of 2-0, Real Sociedad advanced to the final match. The decisive goal was scored by Oyarzabal via an 87th-minute penalty, which was awarded following a VAR review. During the match, Padilla made an important save on a free kick from Soler in the 13th minute, and Barrenetxea missed a notable opportunity in the 37th minute. Despite Athletic Bilbao maintaining higher ball possession in the second half, Real Sociedad defended effectively to secure their clean sheet. The final is scheduled for April 18 at the La Cartuja stadium in Seville. Real Sociedad will face Atletico Madrid in the championship match. This marks the fourth time in club history that Real Sociedad has reached the final, with their previous title victory occurring in 2020.