Real Sociedad were made to work hard for a point on home soil as Real Betis dominated the first hour of play, only for a stirring comeback capped by a last-gasp Mikel Oyarzabal penalty to earn the hosts a 2–2 draw in a thrilling La Liga Round 35 clash.
Match Summary
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition | La Liga – Round 35 |
| Match | Real Sociedad vs Real Betis |
| Vanue | Anoeta Stadium |
| Date | 09 May 2026 |
| Time | 09:00 PM |
| Half Time Score | 0 – 1 |
| Full Time Score | 2 – 2 |
A Betis Sucker Punch Before the Break
Despite Real Sociedad controlling the majority of possession 65% across the 90 minutes it was the visitors who drew first blood. Antony broke the deadlock in the 39th minute, finishing clinically on the counter to send Betis into the interval with a slender advantage. It was a reminder of how dangerous Manuel Pellegrini’s side can be on the break, even when outplayed territorially.
Betis Double Up Early in the Second Half
If Sociedad hoped for a quick start after the break, the opposite materialized. Just two minutes into the second half, Abde Ezzalzouli struck to double the Verdiblancos’ lead, making it 2–0 and threatening to turn this into a comfortable away win. The goal silenced the Reale Arena and left the hosts staring at a damaging defeat — Real Betis converting just 9 total shots into two decisive strikes, while Sociedad’s more prolific attack had managed 13 attempts without troubling the scoreboard.
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Goals Scorer
| Minute | Player | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 39′ | Antony | Real Betis |
| 47′ | A. Ezzalzouli | Real Betis |
| 79′ | O. Oskarsson | Real Sociedad |
| 90+1′ | M. Oyarzabal (Pen) | Real Sociedad |
Oskarsson Sparks the Comeback
The home side refused to capitulate. Head coach Imanol Alguacil made his changes, and the game shifted. Orri Oskarsson pulled one back in the 79th minute, breathing fresh life into the tie and setting up a frantic finale. Suddenly the Reale Arena roared again, and Betis who had looked in control began to show signs of nerves.
Oyarzabal Steals a Point in Stoppage Time
The drama reached its peak deep into added time. With the clock ticking past 90 minutes, Real Sociedad won a penalty, and up stepped captain Mikel Oyarzabal ice cool from the spot in the 90+1st minute to make it 2–2 and send the home faithful into delirium. It was a gut punch for Betis, who had done enough for so long to deserve all three points.
Stats Snapshot
| Stat | Real Sociedad | Real Betis |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 65% | 35% |
| Shots Total | 13 | 9 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 6 |
| Corners | 4 | 3 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Offsides | 7 | 3 |
Table Implications
The point keeps Real Sociedad in 8th place on 44 points, while Real Betis remain 5th on 54 points still comfortably in the top half but seeing a chance to consolidate their Europa League spot slip away. With just three rounds remaining, every dropped point is costly in the congested mid-table battle.
Key Performers
- Mikel Oyarzabal (RSO) — The captain delivered when it mattered most, converting under maximum pressure to rescue a point for his side.
- Abde Ezzalzouli (RBB) — A constant threat on the left, the Moroccan winger put Betis in the driving seat with his early second-half strike.
- Antony (RBB) — The Brazilian silenced his critics with a well-taken opener, continuing his resurgence since joining Betis.
- Orri Oskarsson (RSO) — The Icelandic forward’s 79th-minute goal was the spark that ignited Sociedad’s comeback.
Source: Oddspedia
FAQ
What was the Real Sociedad vs Real Betis Match Result?
Real Sociedad and Real Betis played to a 2-2 draw at the Anoeta Stadium.
Who scored in the Real Sociedad vs. Real Betis match?
Real Betis: Antony (39′) and Abdessamad Ezzalzouli (47′).
Real Sociedad: Orri Óskarsson (79′) and Mikel Oyarzabal (90+1′, Penalty).
Who is currently doing better in La Liga?
As of May 2026, Real Betis was sitting in 5th place (54 points) and competing for European qualification, while Real Sociedad was in 9th (43 points).
Do Real Betis often win at Real Sociedad’s stadium?
While historically trailing at Anoeta, Betis has actually had good results there recently, with reports noting they were unbeaten in their previous four league visits to the Reale Arena prior to the 2025–26 season, picking up three draws and one win.