Real Sociedad suffers 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid in 2024/25 La Liga
Real Sociedad started the 2024/25 season with a tough 2-0 loss to Atlético Madrid in La Liga Santander. Alexander Sørloth scored the decisive goal, leaving the Basque team without points in the standings.
What happened in the match?
The game, played at the Wanda Metropolitano, saw Atlético Madrid dominate from the start. Sørloth, the Norwegian striker, scored the only goal of the match in the 65th minute, taking advantage of a defensive error by Real Sociedad. Imanol Alguacil's team failed to create clear scoring chances, ending the match with zero goals scored and two conceded.
Why does it matter for Real Sociedad?
This defeat leaves Real Sociedad at the bottom of the table, with 0 points and 0 goals scored this season. The team needs to improve both offensively and defensively to avoid a difficult situation in the standings. The next test will be a tough match against league leaders Atlético Madrid on January 17, 2027.
What's next for the team?
Real Sociedad will need to work on their defensive mistakes and game creation to turn things around. The next match, again against Atlético Madrid, will be an opportunity to show their ability to bounce back. With the team in 17th place and no goals scored, the pressure to get points is at its highest.
