Real Sociedad vs Getafe CF

Getafe delivered a disciplined smash-and-grab at Reale Arena, beating a weary Real Sociedad 1-0 in La Liga and leapfrogging them in the table. The visitors' defensive resolve proved too much for hosts still feeling the effects of their Copa del Rey final heroics just days earlier. The decisive moment came in the 29th minute when Jon Gorrotxategi turned a Christantus Uche cross into his own net. Real Sociedad had earlier wasted a glorious opening when Brais Méndez's penalty rattled the post in the 14th minute. Getafe goalkeeper David Soria was the game's standout performer, making three crucial saves and earning man of the match despite his side registering just five shots to the hosts' 13. The result is a timely boost for Getafe as they chase Europa League football, moving level on points with a Real Sociedad side that beat Atlético Madrid in a shootout on Saturday — but are now clearly paying the price for that exertion.