This Sunday, we’ll have the chance to express our deepest gratitude to Imanol Alguacil for everything he’s done for the txuri urdin family. His extraordinary spell as manager — led by one of the most iconic figures in our club’s history — deserves a farewell filled with warmth, pride, and admiration.
Imanol will bring his tenure to a close with 339 matches, five European qualifications — including a historic Champions League berth — and, above all, that unforgettable Copa del Rey title that etched his name into Real Sociedad’s legacy forever. He leaves as one of the greatest coaches the club has ever known: a man who made us stronger, who earned respect across Europe, and who elevated our football to new heights.
Before Sunday’s match against Girona, Club President Jokin Aperribay will present Imanol with the Gold and Diamond insignia — the highest honor Real Sociedad can bestow. It will be our moment to return all the love, appreciation, and respect that Imanol has earned throughout these remarkable years.
He led us through Europe. He brought home a trophy. But above all, he made us prouder than ever to wear the txuri urdin colors.