Real Madrid took a crucial step toward the Copa del Rey final with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Real Sociedad in the semi-final first leg.
Endrick’s composed first-half finish, assisted by Jude Bellingham, proved the difference as Los Blancos capitalized on a counter-attack to break Sociedad’s five-match home winning streak.
The hosts had their chances, with Takefusa Kubo, Mikel Oyarzabal, and Ander Barrenetxea testing Andriy Lunin, but the Madrid keeper stood firm.
Sociedad’s Álex Remiro also produced key saves, denying Vinícius Júnior and Bellingham to keep his side in the tie.
Despite late pressure, Madrid held on to take a slim advantage into the second leg at the Santiago Bernabéu.
