Real Sociedad started at Anoeta with an early lead as Aihen Munoz finished at 2:06, after a pass from Aritz Elustondo Irribaria. Valencia responded quickly, with Javier Guerra Moreno equalising at 7:51 courtesy of Diego Lopez Noguerol. Hugo Duro then put Valencia ahead at 21:58, setting a high-pressing tempo that kept Real Sociedad on the back foot.

Valencia's attacking volume was clear: 6 shots on target to Real Sociedad's 3, and 7 shots off target to Real Sociedad's 5. Real Sociedad managed to level through an own goal by Cesar Tarrega and a second-half strike from Elustondo Irribaria, showing efficiency with the chances they did create. Valencia’s four assists indicate superior build-up and link play, with key contributions from Noguerol, Eray Comert, Domingos Ribeiro Almeida and Thierry Correia.

Defensively, Valencia faced pressure but remained goal-productive, ending with a single red card that disrupted their shape in parts of the second half. Real Sociedad committed more fouls (13 to 11) and produced more offsides (5 to 3), reflecting their forward runs and attempts to break through the Valencia backline. The away side also logged fewer yellow cards (0) despite the red, suggesting disciplined but decisive aggression in moments.

Set-piece and open-play dynamics point to a balanced contest. Real Sociedad earned more corners (3 vs 2) and mounted sustained presses, aided by offside activity that kept Valencia honest. Valencia leveraged width and quick transitions, with Correia and Guerra Moreno supplying decisive moments in the second half to tilt the scoreline in their favour.

From a betting and tactical perspective, the match heavily leaned on finishing quality and game tempo. The final 20 minutes produced three goals, underscoring Valencia’s attacking intent and Real Sociedad’s exposed defense in transition. With both teams scoring and seven total goals, over 2.5 goals and BTTS bets would have paid, while Valencia’s late resilience marks them as dangerous on the road in similar setups.

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