La Liga titleholders, Barcelona, have extended congratulations to Real Sociedad after the Basque club secured the Copa del Rey title, effectively succeeding the Catalans as champions.
Real Sociedad experienced a momentous occasion on Saturday.
Having overcome their Basque rivals Athletic Club in the semi-finals, Sociedad faced the challenge of defeating Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid in the final.
In a captivating match, Pellegrino Matarazzo’s squad achieved their goal.
After a goalless 120 minutes of play, the underdogs emerged victorious in a penalty shootout, winning by four goals to three.
Numerous messages of praise and congratulations have since poured in for Real Sociedad from across Spain and beyond.
As mentioned, last season’s Copa del Rey winners were quick to join the chorus of well-wishers.
In a statement shared across their social media channels, Barcelona conveyed their regards:
‘Congratulations to Real Sociedad on their Copa title.’
