Real Sociedad remains trapped in the league. The txuri urdin suffered their third consecutive defeat today, falling 2-1 at El Sadar. The trend of recent league matches continues, with opponents taking advantage of their chances while the realists fail to score. Budimir's brace left the Donostiarras stunned.
The txuri urdin had a strong start to the match but were unable to capitalize on their attacking opportunities. Olasagasti failed to connect clearly with a pass from Oyarzabal, and the ball went across the small area. Shortly after, Barrene was fouled in the area after a slap to the face in what seemed to be a clear penalty; however, the referee saw nothing wrong. After thirty minutes, Budimir scored with a strong low shot following a series of poor clearances.
Real Sociedad started the second half well, finding it easier to create chances than in the first half. Herrera saved a volley from Kubo, and the defense blocked a dangerous shot from Zubimendi. Óskarsson missed another clear chance after a pass from Sucic, sending his volley over the bar. When you don’t convert, you pay the price. Almost immediately after, Budimir headed the ball into the net from a cross, setting up an easy goal for the rojillos. In stoppage time, Óskarsson pushed a cross from Becker into the net to cut the deficit, but there was no time left for more.
This third straight league defeat hinders the txuri urdin from bridging the gap to European spots. On Thursday, they need to turn things around to qualify for the Copa del Rey semifinals.
Match sheet:
CA Osasuna: Sergio Herrera, Areso, Boyomo, Catena, Juan Cruz (Moi Gómez, min.71), Moncayola, Torró (Muñoz, min.71), Aimar, Rubén García, Kike Barja (cap)(Bretones, min.57) and Budimir.
Real Sociedad: Remiro, Aramburu, Zubeldia (Aritz, min.78), Aguerd, Javi López, Zubimendi, Olasagasti (Brais Méndez, min.66), Sucic, Barrene (Óskarsson, min.66), Take (Becker, min.78) and Oyarzabal (cap) (Zakharyan, min.78).
Goals: 1-0: Budimir, min.34. 2-0: Budimir, min.74. 2-1: Óskarsson, min.94.
Referee: Ortiz Arias. Booked Torró, Budimir and Herrera for CA Osasuna and Zubeldia, Olasagasti and Sucic for Real Sociedad.