In a tense and scrappy La Liga affair on the afternoon of April 22, 2026, Real Sociedad suffered a narrow 0–1 defeat at home to Getafe. The only goal of the game arrived early, in the 29th minute, and came under unfortunate circumstances for the Basque side. A mix-up in the Real Sociedad penalty area saw defender J. Gorrotxategi inadvertently turn the ball into his own net, gifting Getafe a lead they would protect tenaciously for the remainder of the match.
Match Summary
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | La Liga – Round 33 |
| Match | Real Sociedad vs Getafe |
| Date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Time | 2:00 PM |
| Half-Time | 0 – 1 |
| Full-Time | 0 – 1 |
The decisive moment came in the 29th minute when Real Sociedad’s J. Gorrotxategi inadvertently turned the ball into his own net, handing Getafe a crucial lead. Despite Sociedad’s efforts to respond, they struggled to break through a disciplined Getafe defense for the remainder of the match.
The first half ended with Getafe holding the advantage, and the second half followed a similar pattern. Real Sociedad pushed forward in search of an equalizer, but clear chances were limited, and Getafe remained compact and organized at the back.
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Goals Scorer
| Minute | Team | Scorer |
|---|---|---|
| 29′ | Getafe | J. Gorrotxategi |
With this result, Getafe secured an important three points on the road, while Real Sociedad were left to reflect on missed opportunities and the unfortunate own goal that ultimately decided the match.
Source: BBC