🎥 Real Sociedad kick off pre-season with a win
The coach opted for a clear formula: set pieces, one of the team's pending subjects in previous seasons.
Both goals came from rehearsed plays. Pacheco scored the first after a corner kicked by Zubeldia, and Pablo Marín scored the second after a lateral cross executed by Barrenetxea.
Additionally, the winger was one of the most active players in the match, showing imbalance on the wing.
The midfield also left a good impression with Gorrotxategi as the standout figure. The team will continue their preparation with a tour of Japan.
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