What a dramatic end of copa del rey final .The celebrations have ended at Seville’s Estadio de La Cartuja.
Real Sociedad remains strong till the last whistle. They beat Atlético Madrid 4-3 on penalties after 2-2 draw, The match lasted 120 tense dramatic and unforgettable minutes.
Record-Setting Opener
The game exploded within seconds of the kickoff. Ander Barrenetxea scored just in 14 seconds. It is the fastest goal in Final history.
A Tactical Battle Unfolds
Digeo Simeone’s side answered with typical resilience and fight after conceding early goal.
The Equalizer
Ademola Lookman equalize the lead with a clean and driven finish in 19th minute of the game.
Back in Front
Real Sociedad reclaimed the advantage by Mikel Oyarzabal with calm finish in Penalty at first half injury time.
Late Drama
Julian Alvarez delivered a clinical finish at 83rd minute which extends the game to extra time after 2-2 draw
Decided From the Spot
Extra time did not result in any more goals because both teams were clearly exhausted. Penalties determined the result.
Unai Marrero, the goalie, proved to be the key player. To start the shootout, he made strong saves to deny Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sørloth. Pablo Marín scored the last penalty kick into the roof of the net, setting off a flood of blue and white on the field.
A Defining Statement
The triumph breaks the recent monopoly enjoyed by Spain’s traditional giants and guarantees Real Sociedad’s fourth Copa del Rey. Additionally, the outcome stands in stark contrast to the final of the previous season, in which Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3-2 in extra time.
Two moments will characterise the evening for San Sebastián supporters: a 14-second historical event and an unwavering custodian.
Final
Real Sociedad 2 (4) – 2 (3) Atlético Madrid
Player of the Match: Unai Marrero
Which moment stood out the record-breaking opener for you? Or the shootout heroics? Share your thoughts about the grand Final














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