Real made history tonight. The txuri urdin defeated Valencia CF 1-0 and secured, for the fifth consecutive time, their ticket to Europe. It's the first time in the history of the txuri urdin club to qualify for a continental competition for five consecutive seasons. In a match filled with determination, André Silva's goal has ignited fresh excitement among Real's loyal supporters, who can’t wait to see their team compete in Europe once more.
The game got off to bright start as Barrene delivered a precision pass to the far post, which Kubo touched on for André Silva, who headed it home. Real controlled the game effectively, with Valencia hardly posing a threat to Remiro in the first half. Just before halftime, Turrientes tested the visiting goalkeeper with a blistering shot from outside the box, forcing him into action.
In the second half, Barrene enjoyed the first opportunity. The winger narrowly missed heading Kubo's free-kick into the net. Valencia had a clear chance to equalize, but Remiro's exceptional performance denied them. His crucial saves, from Canós and Marí, were worth a victory.
Real has reached a milestone never achieved before. Playing five consecutive seasons in Europe is no small feat. Meanwhile, a captivating clash awaits us on Sunday at the Villamarín. We are Real.
Match details:
Real Sociedad: Remiro, Odriozola (Traoré, min.74), Le Normand, Pacheco, Tierney (Aramburu, min.82), Merino, Turrientes, Zakharyan (Brais Méndez, min.60), Barrene (Becker, min.60), Take, and André Silva (Oyarzabal, min.74).
Valencia CF: Mamardashvili, Thierry (cap)(Gaya, min.60), Mosquera, Cenk, Foulquier, Hugo, Javi Guerra (Canós, min.60), Peter (González, min.70), Diego López (Amallah, min.84), Almedia, and Yaremchuk (Marí, min.70).
Goals: 1-0: André Silva, min.3.
Referee: Soto Grado. He booked the visitors Hugo and Canós.
Attendance: 25,067 spectators.