Real Sociedad de Fútbol fell short in a high-intensity encounter with Real Madrid CF, ultimately succumbing 1-2 at the Anoeta Stadium. Karim Benzema (37') and Federico Valverde (68') scored for the visitors, while Mikel Merino (44') briefly brought the hosts back into contention. The win further cements Real Madrid's position in the La Liga title chase, with Sociedad's loss casting a shadow over their own European aspirations.