Real Sociedad Wins Fourth Copa del Rey Title in Shootout

Real Sociedad triumphed over Atletico Madrid to claim their fourth Copa del Rey title, winning 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a thrilling match that ended 2-2 after extra time. The final, held on April 29, 2026, featured an astonishing start as Ander Barrenetxea scored the fastest goal in Copa del Rey final history just 14 seconds into the match, heading in a cross from Gonçalo Guedes.

Atletico responded with a goal from Ademola Lookman in the 18th minute, but Mikel Oyarzabal restored Sociedad's lead with a penalty just before halftime after goalkeeper Juan Musso failed to clear the ball. Atletico's Julián Álvarez equalized in the second half, leading to extra time.

In the shootout, Sociedad's Unai Marrero saved two penalties, and Pablo Marín secured the victory with a powerful penalty kick that hit the roof of the net. This victory marks a significant achievement for Sociedad, who last won the title in 2020.