Elche 2:3 Real Sociedad — Match Report

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Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Real Sociedad left Elche with a 3-2 victory in LaLiga, despite playing the final 26 minutes with ten men after Jon Martín's red card. They built a two-goal lead early, then held off Elche's comeback and snatched the win late.

Job Ochieng opened the scoring in the 11th minute from Carlos Soler's assist and turned provider for Yangel Herrera's second in the 31st. Elche responded through Thomas Lemar in the 67th and Fernando Niño's equaliser in the 74th, but Luka Sučić struck in the 90th from Ochieng's second assist.

The numbers show how much Elche dominated: 59% possession, 20 shots to 13 and an expected-goals total of 2.39 against Real Sociedad's 0.58. Yet Real Sociedad's goalkeeper made eight saves, while Elche missed four big chances and ended up on the losing side.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Elche vs Real Sociedad?

Elche 2-3 Real Sociedad (LaLiga).

Who scored?

Job Ochieng (11', assist Carlos Soler) for Real Sociedad; Yangel Herrera (31', assist Job Ochieng) for Real Sociedad; Thomas Lemar (67', assist Víctor Chust) for Elche; Fernando Niño (74', assist Tete Morente) for Elche; Luka Sučić (90', assist Job Ochieng) for Real Sociedad.

Was Real Sociedad's win deserved?

Yes — Real Sociedad were on top for most of the match.

Were there any red cards in Elche vs Real Sociedad?

Yes — sent off: Jon Martín (Real Sociedad, 64').

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