A cold look at the analytical breakdown reveals how close the contest truly was, despite the final scoreline favoring the capital side.
| Match Metric | Real Sociedad | Real Madrid |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.42 | 2.18 |
| Total Shots (On Target) | 12 (3) | 15 (6) |
| Ball Possession (%) | 47% | 53% |
| Woodwork Strikes | 3 | 0 |
| Passing Accuracy | 82% | 88% |
| Ground Duels Won | 54 | 49 |
The expected goals xG figures show how Madrid capitalized on high-probability opportunities, largely driven by the two awarded penalties. Conversely, Real Sociedad will rue their misfortune in front of goal; striking the woodwork three times throughout ninety minutes represents the narrow difference between a famous home victory and a frustrating defeat.
