Real Sociedad dominated the match against Osasuna, a team struggling near the relegation zone, but despite their clear superiority the Basque club could not secure all three points. The game began with an early strike from Moi Gómez for Osasuna, and it ended in a 1-1 draw after Sadiq found the net just before halftime.
From the opening minutes, Real Sociedad asserted control as Osasuna fell back into a compact defensive shape and struggled to mount meaningful advances. The visitors kept possession and pressed high, but their build-up often fizzled in the final third as the home side shielded their goal with organized defending.
Moi Gómez opened the scoring with a precise finish just before the minute mark. He drilled a shot past Remiro after a clever combination involving Budimir, piercing through Zubeldia and Zubimendi to find the back of the net. The hosts responded quickly to the setback, nearly doubling their advantage when Catena misplayed a ball that Sergio Herrera anticipated, creating a moment of danger for Real Sociedad.
Herrera recovered quickly to parry the rebound after Barrenetxea failed to convert the subsequent opportunity, keeping the scoreboard unchanged. A distressing moment followed for Real Sociedad as Barrenetxea sustained an injury early in the first half after colliding with David García and had to leave the field with support for his right foot, initially suspected to be a sprain.
As the first half wore on, Real Sociedad found a way to steady themselves, overcoming a less comfortable phase by pushing through a stubborn Osasuna defense. Their chances were built through patient buildup and accurate crosses that Osasuna managed to neutralize with discipline and timing in the box.
Real Sociedad finally found equilibrium when Sadiq exploited a defensive miscue, leaving Catena behind and steering a shot past the goalkeeper from outside the area. The equalizer arrived amid sustained pressure from the visitors and was celebrated by the away supporters as the balance of play shifted in the final moments of the half.
The match continued with Osasuna defending resolutely and Real Sociedad seeking a second goal. Brais Méndez produced two dangerous moments with skillful dribbles and intelligent movement, though neither ended in a decisive finish. The teams went to the break level at 1-1.
In the second period Osasuna stayed compact and relentless, pressing higher to prevent Real Sociedad from building through midfield. They managed to keep the ball in the home half for longer stretches, but creaked under the pressure as Real Sociedad pressed with intent and sought a second breakthrough.
Osasuna faced further misfortune when Mojica felt tightness in his right leg, forcing a substitution that disrupted the visitors’ rhythm. The changes did not derail the contest, which remained tightly contested with both sides creating moments without converting them into clear chances.
The crucial turning point came in the later stages when Remiro made a sensational save to deny a sharp shot from the edge of the area, tipping the ball onto the crossbar and keeping the score tied. Herrera responded with another vital stop, denying a follow-up from Kubo and ensuring the contest remained level until the final whistle. The match finished with yellow cards shown to Catena and Le Normand after a tense exchange, signaling a hard-fought battle in Pamplona.
Data sheet:
1 – Osasuna: Sergio Herrera; Juan Cruz, Areso, Catena, David García, Mojica, Torró, Rubén García, Aimar, Moi Gómez, Budimir; Raúl
1 – Royal Society: Remiro; Traoré, Zubeldia, Le Normand, Tierney, Zubimendi, Merinos, Brais, Barrenetxea, Take Kubo, Sadiq; Oyarzabal
Goals: 1-0 Moi Gómez, 1-1 Sadiq
Referee: Pulido Santana. Attendance: 20,859 at El Sadar Stadium in Pamplona, as part of the league’s fifteenth round.
Notes: This result reflects both teams displaying consistent effort, with Real Sociedad proving capable of breaking down a stubborn Osasuna unit while the home side grabbed a vital point in their fight against relegation. [citation: match report from the league records]