The Santiago Bernabéu witnessed one of the most electrifying matches of the season on Tuesday night (1st). In a breathtaking showdown, Real Madrid secured its place in the Copa del Rey final after a dramatic 4-4 draw against Real Sociedad, overcoming moments of pure tension and cinematic twists.
A Match Full of Twists and Turns
After losing the first leg 1-0, Real Sociedad arrived in Madrid knowing they needed a win to advance – and it didn’t take long for them to send shockwaves through the Bernabéu. Just 15 minutes into the game, the visitors opened the scoring, momentarily silencing the home crowd. But Real Madrid quickly responded, with Endrick equalizing before halftime, reigniting the fans’ hopes.
If the first half was already intense, the second was an absolute rollercoaster. In the 71st minute, David Alaba accidentally scored an own goal, putting Real Sociedad back in front. And just when things seemed to go from bad to worse, Mikel Oyarzabal struck again in the 79th minute, bringing the visitors within touching distance of qualification.
However, Real Madrid is never out of the fight – and, fueled by their fans, they launched an all-out attack. In just a few minutes, Jude Bellingham and Tchouaméni found the back of the net to equalize, sending the Bernabéu into a frenzy. But Real Sociedad refused to back down and, with another goal from Oyarzabal, forced the game into extra time.
Victory Secured Through Sheer Determination
As extra time unfolded, tension filled the air. Real Madrid dominated possession, but Real Sociedad’s defense held firm. That was until the 115th minute, when Antonio Rüdiger rose above everyone and delivered a powerful header to seal the victory and secure Madrid’s place in the final.
Now, Real Madrid awaits the winner of the Barcelona vs. Atlético de Madrid showdown, which will determine the second finalist on Wednesday (2nd). The first leg ended in a 4-4 draw at the Estadio Olímpico Lluís Companys, leaving everything wide open for the decisive match at the Metropolitano.
