La Real claim their fourth Copa del Rey crown after an epic penalty shootout victory over Atlético Madrid in Seville.
Real Sociedad delivered one of the biggest Copa del Rey upsets in recent memory, defeating Atlético Madrid 4-3 on penalties after a pulsating 2-2 draw in Seville. The Basque club secured their fourth Copa del Rey title and first major trophy since 2020, stunning Diego Simeone's men in front of a captivated crowd at La Cartuja.
The final lived up to its billing as both sides traded blows across 120 minutes of enthralling football. After regulation time ended deadlocked, extra time failed to separate the two Spanish heavyweights, setting up a nerve-wracking penalty shootout that would determine the champion.
When the pressure reached its peak, Real Sociedad held their nerve while Atlético Madrid crumbled from the spot. The victory represents a massive statement from La Real, who have consistently punched above their weight in Spanish football and now add another prestigious trophy to their cabinet.
For Atlético Madrid, the defeat marks another chapter of Copa del Rey heartbreak under Simeone's tenure. The Colchoneros will need to regroup quickly as they continue their pursuit of silverware across multiple competitions this season.
