On 20 January, one of the matches of the 21st round of the Spanish football championship took place. Celta (Vigo) and Real S-dad (San Sebastian) met.
Spanish Championship, 21st round
Celta (Vigo ) - Real S -dad (San Sebastian) - 0:1 ( 0:1)
Goals: Mendes (11)
Warnings: M. Rodriguez (15), J. Aramburu (30)
In a tense La Liga match, Celta Vigo faced Real Sociedad at the Abanca Balaidos stadium. Both teams were hungry for a win and the game promised to be an exciting clash between two talented teams. The match started in a lively atmosphere as the players took to the pitch. Real Sociedad wasted no time in asserting their dominance in the game and scored as early as the 11th minute. A quick attack ended with a goal by B. Mendez, which gave the team confidence. "Celta Vigo", determined to get back into the game, went forward and created several opportunities. However, the defence of Real Sociedad provided stubborn resistance. As the game progressed, the tension on the pitch grew, leading to a few cautionary moments. In the 15th minute, Celta Vigo's M. Rodriguez received a yellow card, soon followed by Real Sociedad's J. Aramburu in the 30th minute.
In the 39th minute, Real Sociedad made their first substitution, releasing A. Munoz in place of C. Tierney. Munoz, looking to make an immediate impact on the game, brought fresh energy to his team's attack. The second half started with a flurry of substitutions. Real Sociedad made their second substitution, replacing J. Arambura with A. Elustondo in the 46th minute. Elustondo in the 46th minute. Celta Vigo quickly responded by introducing C. Perez and A. Duvicas in place of M. Rodriguez and I. Aspas respectively in the 58th minute. The hosts hoped that these changes would help turn the game in their favour. However, Real Sociedad kept up with them, making tactical adjustments. In the 65th minute, instead of M. Oyarzabal and M. Merino came in for H. Magunazelaya Argoit. Magunazelaya Argoitia and J. A. Olasagasti respectively. In the 76th minute, Celta Vigo made their last substitution. L. de la Torre replaced Jayleson and J.S. Larsen came on in place of V. Svedberg as the hosts desperately looked to equalise. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad made one last change in the 78th minute, replacing B. Turrientes with A. Zaharian, intent on maintaining their advantage until the final whistle. Tensions mounted in the final stages of the match, leading to a yellow card for Real Sociedad player M. Merino in the 84th minute. Despite Celta Vigo's best efforts to find equal chances, they failed to break through Real Sociedad's defence. In the end, Real Sociedad held their advantage and came away with a hard fought 0-1 victory. The match showed the determination, skill and tactical prowess of both teams. It was a spectacle that football fans will fondly remember, emphasising the competitive nature of La Liga.
The following matches await the opponents in the next round: Celta vs Girona, Real S-Dad vs Rayo Vallecano.
Celta | Real Sociedad | |
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2 | Kicks to the goal | 2 |
6 | Kicks | 6 |
1 | Blocked punches | 2 |
2 | Penalty kicks | 3 |
4 | Kicks from outside the penalty area | 3 |
12 | Offences | 18 |
6 | Corner | 3 |
1 | Offsides | 1 |
48% | Ball possession | 52% |
1 | Yellow cards | 2 |
0 | Red cards | 0 |
1 | Keeper saves | 2 |
428 | Total assists | 470 |
324 | Accurate assists | 366 |
76% | Accuracy of passes | 78% |