Real Sociedad’s upward trajectory came to a halt tonight as they fell 0-2 to Osasuna at the Reale Arena. The outcome was determined in the first half, where the visitors netted both goals to clinch the win.
Osasuna took the lead from a set piece, with Torró heading in from a short corner to give the rojillos an early lead. Real Sociedad responded well, and had it not been for a stellar performance by goalkeeper Sergio Herrera, Aguerd would have leveled the score. Oyarzabal sent a cross from the byline that Aguerd headed toward goal, but Herrera made an impressive save. Unfortunately for the txuri urdin side, Budimir extended Osasuna's advantage with a precise left-footed shot from inside the box. Everything seemed to fall in Osasuna's favor.
In the second half, Real Sociedad had to elevate their intensity. Both Zubimendi and Sučić had chances to score, but Herrera was once again there to deny them. Imanol’s side pushed forward with determination, yet the Osasuna keeper continued to thwart their attempts, including a remarkable save on a powerful shot from Take that he tipped over the bar. With Real Sociedad pushing players forward, Budimir had an opportunity to seal the game but sent his shot wide. In the final minutes, the home team struggled to generate opportunities, lacking the energy and creativity needed to score.
This loss stops Real Sociedad's recent positive momentum. It's a difficult defeat to come to terms with, but the team needs to move forward. There’s no alternative: We are Real.
Match Details
Real Sociedad: Remiro, Aramburu (Odriozola, min. 79), Zubeldia, Aguerd, Sergio Gómez, Zubimendi, Sučić (Turrientes, min. 69), Brais Méndez, Barrene (Becker, min. 69), Oyarzabal (cap) (Sadiq, min. 69), Óskarsson (Take, min. 46).
CA Osasuna: Sergio Herrera (cap), Areso, Catena, Boyono, Juan Cruz (Moi Gómez, min. 83), Torró, Moncayola (Ibáñez, min. 62), Aimar, Peña (Bretones, min. 62), Bryan (Nacho Vidal, min. 83), Budimir (Raúl, min. 88).
Goals: 0-1: Torró, min. 23. 0-2: Budimir, min. 32.
Referee: Pulido Santana. Booked Zubimendi, Odriozola and Brais Méndez for Real Sociedad and Aimar, Sergio Herrera, Bryan and Bretones for CA Osasuna.
Attendance: 31,729 spectators.