SEVILLE, SPAIN — Real Sociedad claimed a dramatic Copa del Rey triumph over Atlético Madrid after a tense final that ended 2-2 after extra time before being decided by penalties at the Estadio de La Cartuja.
The final delivered a high-intensity contest filled with momentum swings, defensive errors, and decisive attacking moments from both sides.
Real Sociedad struck first through Ander Barrenetxea, setting the tone early in a tightly contested opening phase.
Atlético Madrid responded through Ademola Lookman, who levelled the score and kept his side firmly in contention for their first trophy of the season.
However, Mikel Oyarzabal restored Sociedad’s advantage from the penalty spot before half-time, sending them into the break with a 2-1 lead.
The match remained fiercely competitive after the restart, with both teams creating chances but struggling for clear control.
Atlético Madrid pushed forward aggressively in search of an equaliser, with Julián Álvarez and Alexander Sørloth both involved in key attacking moves.
Sociedad goalkeeper Unai Marrero and Atlético’s Juan Musso were called into action multiple times, producing important saves to keep their teams in the contest.
Despite sustained pressure from both sides during extra time, neither team was able to find a decisive breakthrough in open play.
The match ultimately progressed to a penalty shootout, where Real Sociedad held their nerve to secure a 3-2 victory on penalties.
For Atlético Madrid, the result marked a painful conclusion to a hard-fought campaign, as they fell just short of silverware despite a strong showing in the final.
For Ademola Lookman, the defeat also meant missing out on his first trophy with the club, despite his important contribution during regulation time.
The encounter was widely described as one of the most dramatic Copa del Rey finals in recent years, reflecting the intensity and unpredictability of knockout football at the highest level.
