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Athletic Club were more clinical in front of goal
Athletic Club converted 1 of 4 shots on target. Real Sociedad converted 1 from 6.
Minute 88 changed the game
I. Ruiz de Galarreta's goal at 88' proved to be the decisive moment.
Athletic Club made better use of the ball
Athletic Club had 55% possession and generated 19 shots. Real Sociedad had 45% and created 8.
Real Sociedad were resilient at the back
Real Sociedad faced 19 shots and conceded only 1. Defensive efficiency: 95%.
In a tightly contested Basque derby, Athletic Club salvaged a point against Real Sociedad thanks to a late equalizer from substitute Iñaki Ruiz de Galarreta.
The visitors took the lead in the 37th minute through a well-worked goal from Gonçalo Guedes, who was set up by Sergio Gomez. Real Sociedad's counter-attacking approach proved effective, as they registered 6 shots on target compared to just 4 for the home side. However, Athletic Club dominated possession with 55% and attempted 19 total shots, 9 of which were blocked, showcasing their intent to find an equalizer.
The turning point came in the 83rd minute when Real Sociedad's Brais Méndez was sent off for a second bookable offense, leaving the visitors to defend their slender lead with 10 men. Athletic Club capitalized on the numerical advantage, and Ruiz de Galarreta found the back of the net in the 88th minute to restore parity, assisted by Yuri Berchiche.
While Real Sociedad's defensive organization and counter-attacking efficiency were impressive, their inability to maintain discipline proved costly. Athletic Club's perseverance and late substitutions ultimately allowed them to snatch a valuable point in a hard-fought encounter.
Athletic Club drew with Real Sociedad 1–1 at the stadium in La Liga Regular Season - 22. G. Guedes (37'), I. Ruiz de Galarreta (88') scored.
