Streak Snapped in San Sebastián: Real Sociedad 2-1 Barcelona
Match Summary
Barcelona’s momentum was halted at the Reale Arena as Real Sociedad secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory. Despite a relentless second-half performance where Barça hit the woodwork five times, Hansi Flick’s side couldn’t salvage their unbeaten run.
Key Moments
VAR Frustration: Barcelona had three goals disallowed in the first half for offside and fouls, including a ruled-out strike from Fermín López.
The Quick Exchange: Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring for the hosts (32′), but Marcus Rashford leveled for Barcelona with a thumping header in the 70th minute.
The Winner: Just 60 seconds after the equalizer, Gonçalo Guedes capitalized on a defensive scramble to restore Sociedad’s lead.
Woodwork Woes: In a desperate push for a draw, Jules Koundé and Rashford both hit the post, but the 10-man Sociedad (after Carlos Soler’s red card) held firm.
League Standing
Despite the loss, Barcelona remains at the top of the La Liga table, though their lead over Real Madrid has now been cut to just one point.
