Real Sociedad Claim Copa del Rey Title After Dramatic Penalty Shootout Victory Over Atlético Madrid
Real Sociedad defeated Atlético Madrid 4-3 in a penalty shootout to win the Copa del Rey, after a 2-2 draw following extra time. Goalkeeper Unai Marrero was the hero, saving two penalties, while Pablo Marin scored the winning kick.
This victory marks Real Sociedad’s fourth Copa del Rey title and their first in 38 years, capping off a remarkable turnaround under coach Pellegrino Matarazzo.