La Real are still firmly in LaLiga following the victory over Celta at Balaídos by 0-2. Isak and Aritz were the goalscorers in an even match that was affected by the heavy rain that fell on the stadium during the entirety of the game. Nevertheless, the side from Gipuzkoa come away with the three points and continue top of LaLiga.
The hosts were better in the first minutes and the first dangerous moment of the night came on when Denis Suárez fired a shot that was perfectly saved by Ryan. Then, la Real grew into the game and even though they were not comfortable at all, the txuri urdin wanted to get on top. Januzaj tried his luck with a crossed shot whereas Isak’s shot from a slightly tight angle was denied by the keeper. Just before the break, Celta had two chances saved by the outstretched Ryan. The game was very even in the first half.
Real soon took the lead in the second half. A shot by Januzaj was denied by Dituro and Isak got the first for the txuri urdin. Celta had the chance to equalize, but Ryan did excellently to deny both Aspas and Denis. The Australian produced a number of clutch saves and a clean sheet today. Fast and agile. Coudet’s side gave their all in the final minutes and Brais added one for the hosts. However, the goal was ruled out. Then, Aritz scored the second for the txuri urdin after involuntarily deflecting a Merino header from a corner with his shoulder.
La Real continue unstoppable. No matter where and no matter who they’re up against. The realistas are playing at a very good level and we are loving it. Aupa, Real!
Match details:
Celta de Vigo: Dituro, Hugo Mallo (cap)(Galhardo, min.78), Aidoo (Araujo, min.88), Murillo Galán, Beltrán (Cervi, min.68), Brais, Denis (Solari, min.78), Nolito (Tapia, min.68), Santi Mina and Iago Aspas.
Real Sociedad: Ryan, Zaldua, Aritz (cap), Le Normand, Aihen (Rico, min.84), Zubimendi, Merino, Silva (Turrientes, min.65), Januzaj (Zubeldia, min.65), Portu (Sorloth, min.65) and Isak (Lobete, min.78).
Goals: 0-1: Isak, min.54. 0-2: Aritz, min.79.
Referee: Melero López. Cautioned Beltrán for Celta de Vigo.