Real Sociedad secured a 0-2 victory against Betis on Sunday, clinching a sixth position in LaLiga and a spot in the Europa League. This achievement was well-deserved after consistently holding the sixth spot for 22 out of 38 matchdays and spending five matchdays in fifth place. Their performance throughout the 2023-24 season clearly indicates their merits and determination to reach their main goal.
At the beginning of LaLiga, Real Sociedad started off in the lower half of the table with three consecutive draws against Girona, Celta, and Las Palmas. They then claimed their first victory against Granada but suffered their first defeat at the hands of Real Madrid. However, the team gained momentum with three successive wins against Getafe, Valencia, and Athletic, propelling them to sixth place after seven matchdays.
The team faced a crucial moment in their quest for a Europa League spot when they fell 2-0 to Barcelona. However, they responded impressively by defeating Valencia 1-0 and Betis 0-2, securing six crucial points. This victory ensured their sixth position, which they have held for the majority of the season (21 matchdays), with the potential to extend it to 22 following the upcoming matchday. Real Sociedad’s consistent performance throughout the season has earned them a well-deserved place in next year’s Europa League campaign.