Real Sociedad managed to secure a victory against Espanyol with a narrow 2-1 win, thanks in part to an early burst of momentum and attacking prowess. Sheraldo Becker made an immediate impact with a goal just 42 seconds into the match, capitalizing on Espanyol’s lack of defensive organization. Sociedad’s fast start was critical, setting the tone for much of the first half as they dominated possession and created pressure, leading to 10 shots off target compared to Espanyol's 3. Despite not finding the net again until the second half, the host team's persistent offensive efforts paid off in securing the win.

Espanyol, while demonstrating resilience, struggled to break through Sociedad’s defense for most of the game, with only one shot on target throughout the match. The visiting team relied on a penalty converted by Javi Puado to level the score in the second half, which was a product of Sociedad’s foul inside the box. Espanyol’s aggressive approach resulted in 17 fouls and 2 yellow cards, reflecting their attempts to regain composure and control in the match. However, this aggressiveness did not translate into effective offensive opportunities, with zero corners indicating a lack of sustained pressure in Sociedad’s half.

Teamwork was a decisive factor in Sociedad's victory, particularly highlighted by Brais Mendez's late goal assisted by Jon Ander Olasagasti. This combination displayed the home team's ability to connect and execute under pressure, benefiting from Olasagasti’s vision and playmaking. Conversely, Espanyol's coordination in defense wore thin, opening gaps exploited by Sociedad's coordinated attacks. Additionally, Espanyol's three offside calls indicate a lack of synchronization in their forward runs. This lack of offensive discipline, combined with Sociedad's superior shot creation and strategic resourcefulness, ultimately determined the match's outcome.

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