Espanyol Stuns Real Sociedad with 2-0 Victory at Reale Arena

San Sebastián, August 24, 2025 – RCD Espanyol achieved an impressive 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad in the second round of the 2025–26 LaLiga season at the Reale Arena. The home team is still in search of their first win this season.

Espanyol took the lead in the 10th minute. Pere Milla scored with a quick counterattack, sliding the ball past Álex Remiro. As the first half neared its close, the visitors were awarded a penalty following a VAR review. Javi Puado took a calm penalty in the 45+1st minute. He doubled Espanyol’s lead just before the break.

Espanyol’s defense, led by Pol Lozano and Miguel Rubio, held strong. Despite Real Sociedad’s early pressure in the second half, they secured all three points. The win takes Espanyol to four points from two matches, while Sociedad remain on a single point.

Lineups

Real Sociedad (4-4-2): - Álex Remiro - Igor Zubeldia - Jon Martín - Jon Aramburu - Beñat Turrientes - Sergio Gómez - Pablo Marín - Luka Sucic - Ander Barrenetxea - Takefusa Kubo - Mikel Oyarzabal

RCD Espanyol (4-2-3-1): - Álvaro Fernández - Pol Lozano - Miguel Rubio - Edu Expósito - Lucas Vázquez - Fran Vázquez - Marc Roca - Pere Milla - Javi Puado - Joselu - Raúl de Tomás

Key Events

10’ – Goal! Pere Milla opens scoring for Espanyol after a swift counter. ((Real Sociedad 0–1 Espanyol) 45+1’ – Javi Puado scored a penalty after VAR confirmed it, making it 2-0. ((Real Sociedad 0–2 Espanyol)

Match Statistics

Espanyol played well on the road, showing confidence under manager Manolo González. On the other hand, Sociedad is trying to find consistency with new coach Sergio Francisco as they gear up for next week’s game against Osasuna.