In an exciting encounter on Matchday 13 of La Liga, Real Sociedad managed to reverse a deficit and defeat Osasuna 3-1, demonstrating their quality and determination. The match started dramatically when Alejandro Catena scored a header in the 41st minute, giving Osasuna a brief lead.
However, the visitors took charge in the second half. Within the first ten minutes, Brais Méndez made a stunning play, leveling the score at 1-1 in the 53rd minute. Just five minutes later, Gonçalo Guedes struck to put Real Sociedad ahead, scoring from a well-constructed play in the 58th minute. Ander Barrenetxea then sealed the victory with another goal in the 79th minute, bringing the final score to 3-1.
Catena’s goal was a highlight for the home side, as he rose above the defenders to connect with Aimar Oroz’s delivery, finding the net past goalkeeper Alejandro Remiro. Despite this strong start, Osasuna struggled to maintain their advantage.
Gonçalo Guedes was undoubtedly the star of the match, contributing to his team’s success with a goal, completing 25 accurate passes, and taking three shots on goal. Jon Gorrotxategi also impressed with 40 completed passes and five balls recovered, showing his influence in midfield.
Osasuna’s coach, Alessio Lisci, set up a 3-4-3 formation with Sergio Herrera in goal. The defensive line consisted of Flavien-Enzo Boyomo, Alejandro Catena, and Juan Cruz, while Jon Moncayola, Lucas Torró, Moi Gómez, and Abel Bretones formed the midfield. In attack, they relied on Víctor Muñoz, Raul García, and Aimar Oroz.
On the other side, Sergio Francisco fielded a 4-4-2 formation with Alex Remiro as the goalkeeper. The defensive four comprised Jon Aramburu, Jon Martín, Duje Caleta-Car, and Aihen Muñoz, supported by Gonçalo Guedes, Jon Gorrotxategi, Carlos Soler, and Arsen Zakharyan in midfield, with Mikel Oyarzábal and Brais Méndez leading the front line.
The match referee was Mateo Busquets Ferrer.
Looking ahead, Osasuna will face Mallorca in their next match while Real Sociedad will host Villarreal.
With this result, Osasuna remains in the 17th position with 11 points, while Real Sociedad climbs to 10th place with 16 points.
Substitutions for Osasuna
60’ 2T – Juan Cruz was replaced by Rubén García
70’ 2T – Jon Moncayola was substituted for Iñigo Arguibide
77’ 2T – Moi Gómez, Víctor Muñoz, and Flavien-Enzo Boyomo were replaced by Ante Budimir, Kike Barja, and Jorge Herrando respectively.
Booked players in Osasuna:
42’ 2T – Alessio Lisci (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
45’ 2T – Aimar Oroz (Insulting or disapproving the referee)
45’ 2T – Aitor Fernández and 46’ 2T – Alejandro Catena (Unsporting behavior)
Dismissed player in Osasuna:
41’ 2T – Iñigo Arguibide (Direct red card)
Substitutions for Real Sociedad
59’ 2T – Gonçalo Guedes went off for Takefusa Kubo and Arsen Zakharyan for Ander Barrenetxea
74’ 2T – Brais Méndez was substituted by Pablo Marín and Aihen Muñoz for Sergio Gómez
84’ 2T – Carlos Soler was replaced by Aritz Elustondo.
Booked players in Real Sociedad:
30’ 1T – Brais Méndez (Unsporting behavior)
9’ 2T – Jon Martín (Unsporting behavior)