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The 3-2 scoreline slightly flatters Real Sociedad, as Valencia's 2.1 expected goals (xG) narrowly exceeded Sociedad's 1.9, suggesting the home side deserved at least a draw. Valencia dominated possession (54%) and outshot Sociedad (22 to 21), but Sociedad were marginally more clinical, converting three of their six shots on target compared to Valencia's two from five.

The game turned on key moments: Luka Sučić opened the scoring in the 26th minute, assisted by Job Ochieng, before Aaron Mayol equalised for Valencia in the 57th. Carlos Soler's penalty in the 75th restored Sociedad's lead, only for Luken Beitia to net an own goal in the 84th. The decisive blow came in stoppage time, with Ander Barrenetxea converting Soler's assist to seal the win. Despite Valencia's greater control and chance creation, Sociedad's efficiency in converting opportunities proved decisive.

The most telling stat was Sociedad's clinical finishing: they scored from half of their six shots on target, while Valencia managed just two goals from five, highlighting the visitors' superior composure in front of goal.