Real Sociedad edge Bilbao to set up Copa Del Rey final against Atletico Madrid

Captain Mikel Oyarzabal scored the decisive goal in the 87th minute from the penalty spot.

The penalty was awarded after a VAR review showed a shirt-pull on Yangel Herrera. Real Sociedad progressed with a 2-0 aggregate victory over their fierce Basque rivals. Athletic Bilbao struggled offensively, clearly missing the presence of injured winger Nico Williams. The final will be held at Seville’s La Cartuja stadium on April 18. Real Sociedad will face Atletico Madrid in the final for the second time in history.

The last time these two met in a cup final was in 1987, when La Real won on penalties. Real Sociedad controlled possession throughout the match but faced a disciplined Bilbao defense. Athletic’s desperate late surge wasn't enough to overturn the aggregate deficit. Fans in San Sebastian celebrated as the club looks to add to their 2020 cup success.