Real Sociedad beats Atletico Madrid and wins the Copa del Rey

Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties to win the Copa del Rey for the fourth time in the club’s history after a 2-2 draw in the thrilling final in Seville on Saturday.

After Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez missed from the spot for Diego Simeone’s Atletico, Pablo Marin smashed home his shot to give Real Sociedad victory.

Ander Barrenetxea had given Real Sociedad the lead after just 14 seconds, with Ademola Lookman equalizing for Atletico.

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Mikel Oyarzabal gave the Basque team the lead from the penalty spot before half-time, but Alvarez saved Atletico and forced extra time and, ultimately, penalties with a superb strike.

Real’s season looked set to be difficult until American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo was appointed in December, reviving the season.

“It’s a moment to enjoy, dream and believe… the boy who dreamed of this… did it,” said Real Sociedad goalkeeper Unai Marrero, who saved two penalties.

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