Real Sociedad vs Getafe Match Report: Getafe Wins 1-0 at Anoeta on April 22, 2026

On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Getafe CF secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad in LaLiga EA Sports Matchday 33 at Anoeta Stadium in San Sebastian. The decisive moment came early in the second half when Jon Gorrotxategi scored an own goal in the 29th minute of the period, giving Getafe the lead they would hold until the final whistle.

The match began with both teams showing cautious intent in the opening stages. Real Sociedad dominated possession early but struggled to create clear-cut chances against a well-organized Getafe defense. The first notable opportunity arrived in the 14th minute when Brais Méndez tested Getafe goalkeeper David Soria with a left-footed shot from the edge of the box, which was saved comfortably.

Getafe gradually grew into the game as the first half progressed, with Mauro Arambarri and Juan Iglesias both seeing early action. Iglesias received a yellow card in the 37th minute for a tactical foul, while Arambarri was involved in a handball incident just before halftime that was reviewed but not punished.

The breakthrough came shortly after the interval. With the score still 0-0, Getafe won possession in midfield and played a quick ball forward. Jon Gorrotxategi, attempting to clear a cross from the left, misjudged his header and directed the ball past his own goalkeeper, leaving David Soria with no chance to react. The own goal in the 29th minute of the second half (59th minute overall) proved to be the only goal of the match.

Real Sociedad responded with increased urgency, introducing Oskarsson and Marín in an attempt to find an equalizer. Oskarsson had a header saved by Soria in the 31st minute of the second half, while Marín saw a shot blocked shortly after entering the game. Despite creating several half-chances in the final twenty minutes, Real Sociedad were unable to test Soria seriously again as Getafe defended resolutely.

Getafe made tactical adjustments to protect their lead, with Luis Vázquez and A. Abqar seeing increased defensive responsibilities. Abqar suffered an injury in the 45th minute of the first half that required treatment but he was able to continue after a brief delay. The match saw several stoppages for injuries and fouls, contributing to five minutes of added time at the end of each half.

The victory was crucial for Getafe in their LaLiga EA Sports campaign, providing valuable points in their pursuit of European qualification. For Real Sociedad, the loss represented a missed opportunity to close the gap on the teams above them in the table, though they remained in contention for European places through their Copa del Rey victory earlier in the season.

Match officials Manuel García Gómez (referee) and Mario Melero López (assistant referee) oversaw a tightly contested encounter that saw four yellow cards issued – two to each team. Pablo Marín received a caution for Real Sociedad in the 45th minute of the first half, while Iglesias and Arambarri were both booked for Getafe.

The attendance of 31,463 at Anoeta reflected the strong interest in the fixture, with both sets of fans creating a lively atmosphere throughout the match. Despite the loss, Real Sociedad supporters remained vocal in their support, particularly during periods of sustained pressure in the second half.

Looking ahead, Getafe will seem to build on this victory in their upcoming fixtures, while Real Sociedad will need to regroup quickly as they prepare for their next LaLiga challenge. The result leaves both teams with essential considerations as the 2025-26 LaLiga EA Sports season enters its final decisive weeks.

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