Real Madrid vs. Real Sociedad: A Dramatic Semifinal Clash
The Copa del Rey 2025 semifinal delivered a spectacular showdown between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad. Playing at the Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid managed to edge past Sociedad despite a 4-4 draw, progressing to the final with a 5-4 aggregate score.
Match Highlights: How Real Madrid Reached the Final
⚽ Real Sociedad’s Explosive Start
- Ander Barrenetxea opened the scoring, giving Sociedad an early edge.
- Mikel Oyarzabal extended the lead, adding pressure on Madrid.
- A defensive miscue led to a David Alaba own goal, putting Sociedad further ahead.
🔥 Real Madrid’s Fightback
- Endrick responded swiftly with a goal after a perfect setup from Vinicius Jr.
- Jude Bellingham found the net, reducing the deficit.
- Aurélien Tchouaméni leveled the score with a stunning long-range shot.
- In the final moments, Antonio Rüdiger’s header sealed the dramatic 4-4 draw, securing Madrid’s place in the final.
With this 5-4 aggregate win, Real Madrid advances to yet another Copa del Rey final, keeping their trophy ambitions alive.
Real Madrid’s Historic Copa del Rey Final Appearance
Madrid’s qualification marks their 41st Copa del Rey final in club history. Having already lifted the trophy 20 times, they now have another shot at glory.
📆 Final Match Date: April 26, 2025
📍 Venue: Sevilla
Madrid will now face either Atlético de Madrid or FC Barcelona in the highly anticipated final.