Real Sociedad Dominates DUX Logroño in 4-0 Pre-Season Opener Under New Coach Arturo Ruiz

Real Sociedad wins 4-0 over DUX Logroño in inaugural pre-season game with new coach.

Key Points

  • • Real Sociedad won 4-0 against DUX Logroño.
  • • Arturo Ruiz made his debut as head coach.
  • • Goals scored by Intza, Mirari, Lavogez, and Edna.
  • • Match took place at Berazubi in Tolosa.

Real Sociedad showcased a powerful performance in their first pre-season friendly, emphatically defeating DUX Logroño 4-0 at Berazubi in Tolosa. This match also marked the debut of their new head coach, Arturo Ruiz, who saw his team assert dominance from the start.

The scoring began in the 19th minute when Intza found the net after benefiting from a fortunate deflection following a precise pass from Paula. As the match progressed, Mirari extended the lead, capitalizing on an assist from Agirrezabala in the 36th minute, striking from close range. Just before the halftime whistle, Lavogez added the third goal with a well-placed shot from within the area, further solidifying Real Sociedad's superiority.

The second half featured a significant overhaul of the lineup, introducing several fresh faces. One of these was Edna, who made an impressive debut by scoring the fourth goal in the 51st minute, heading in a cross from Nerea. Despite the match losing some intensity as it wore on, Real remained aggressive, continuously seeking a fifth goal in the latter stages of the game.

Following the match, head coach Arturo Ruiz expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, highlighting the positive initiatives and strategies implemented during training. Real Sociedad's fantastic display indicates a strong start to their preparations ahead of the new season, leaving fans eager for what lies ahead. With all four goals scored in the opening half, Ruiz’s tactics seem promising, and the team will be looking to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.