Real Sociedad are into the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey, with goals from Sorloth and Januzaj.
Real Sociedad Wrapping up the victory in front of a boisterous home crowd! Atletico never really got going.
Carrasco’s first-half shot against the post was the best they managed throughout the contest.
Simeone’s men have still not reached the last eight of this competition since 2018.
Above all, managed just one shot on target in a poor display.
Big Night for Sociedad Above all, For Alexander Sorloth.
Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth was a worthy scorer of Sociedad’s clinching goal.
Displaying terrific hold-up play throughout the game and continuing to threaten after his well-taken goal.
He managed three shots throughout the contest.
On the other hand, With his fellow goalscorer, Adan Januzaj went one better with four in a lively display.
In conclusion, Thanks to their goals, Sociedad remains on course for a fourth Copa del Rey triumph in their history.
Starting Lineup:
REAL SOCIEDAD (4-3-3): Alex Remiro;
Joseba Zaldua, Aritz Elustondo, Robin Le Normand, Aihen Munoz;
Mikel Merino, Ander Guevara, David Silva;
Adan Januzaj, Alexander Sorloth, Mikel Oyarzabal.
SUBS: MartIn Zubimendi, Igor Zubeldia, Portu, Jon Guridi,
Diego Rico, Rafinha, Andoni Gorosabel, Jon Pacheco Dozagarat,
Gaizka Ayesa, Julen Lobete, Nais Djouahra.
ATLETICO MADRID (4-4-2): Jan Oblak;
Sime Vrsaljko, Felipe, Mario Hermoso, Renan Lodi;
Yannick Carrasco, Rodrigo de Paul, Hector Herrera, Koke;
Angel Correa, Joao Felix.
SUBS: Benjamin Lecomte, Luiz Suarez, Thomas Lemar, Matheus Cunha,
Javier Serrano, Alberto Moreno, Carlos Martin,
Manuel Lama, Sergio.
Goals:
1-0. Januzaj heads home the opener, heading a right-wing cross onto the inside of the post and over the line.
Sociedad are finally rewarded for their strong start to this cup tie, with Silva working the ball wide to Zaldua.
As a result, superb delivery is headed home by the former Manchester United winger, Great goal.
2-0. The hosts doubled their lead immediately after the Break.
Sorloth works with Oyarzabal to rob Felipe before the big man keeps his cool.
when one-on-one, side-footing past Oblak.
So, what’s next for Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid?
Real Sociedad will be hosting Getafe, Meanwhile, Atletico will host Valencia in La Liga.
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