SOCCER: Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid on penalties to win Copa del Rey

SEVILLE, Spain – Real Sociedad won the Copa del Rey for the fourth time after defeating Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties in a thrilling final on Saturday. The match ended 2-2 after extra time, with goalkeeper Unai Marrero playing a pivotal role in his team's victory by saving two spot kicks during the penalty shootout.

The match saw Atletico Madrid fight back twice. Real Sociedad took the lead just 14 seconds into the game, thanks to a goal from Ander Barrenetxea. However, Atletico responded quickly, with Ademola Lookman equalizing in the 19th minute.

Mikel Oyarzabal put Sociedad back in front with a penalty just before halftime, giving his side a 2-1 lead. Atletico pressed hard in the second half, and Julian Alvarez’s equalizer in the 83rd minute sent the match into extra time.

Ultimately, Real Sociedad held their nerve in the penalty shootout, securing the win after Marrero's key saves.

-Reporting by Trevor Stynes; Editing by Ken Ferris/Reuters