Before returning to the Parc des Princes pitch to face Losc this Saturday evening (9 p.m.), the Parisians undoubtedly took a look at the Real Sociedad match earlier in the afternoon and must have liked this that they saw.
Because a few days before traveling to Paris for the highly anticipated round of 16 first leg of the Champions League (Wednesday February 14, 9 p.m.), the Basques conceded a defeat at home, against Osasuna (0-1).
A misleading result, as it does not reflect the appearance of a match dominated head and shoulders by Imanol Alguacil's men.
Significantly greater possession (68%), twice as many shots (19 to 9), obviously more clear chances.
But none managed to pierce the defensive curtain of the Pamplona team or to deceive its last bulwark, Sergio Herrera.
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— Real Sociedad Fútbol (@RealSociedad) February 10, 2024
The 11th in La Liga, on the other hand, did not need a thousand opportunities to showcase their success.
From a corner, Bosnian striker Ante Budimir and his 1.90 meter height were devastating (0-1, 49th).
Until the end of added time, the Real players, who played almost with their typical team despite a few absences, fought to get back on track.
But they never succeeded.
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If it is not for lack of trying, it has been four games in a row that Real Sociedad have been unable to find the net, after their three goalless draws against Rayo, Girona and Majorca.
Seventh in Liga, the Basques will not come to the Park at the best moment of their season.