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La Liga: Barcelona’s title push stumbles with 1-0 defeat to Real Sociedad

Barcelona’s La Liga title pursuit took a hit as they fell 1-0 to Real Sociedad, heading into the international break with their winning streak halted.

The Catalan side, on a seven-game run across all competitions, struggled to find their rhythm in San Sebastian.

Robert Lewandowski had an early goal disallowed by VAR, setting the ground for a frustrating evening for the visitors.

Real Sociedad capitalized on their home advantage, with Sheraldo Becker slotting the ball home to put them ahead.

 

La Liga: Barcelona’s title push stumbles with 1-0 defeat to Real Sociedad
Barcelona’s recent unbeaten form halted with a 1-0 loss against Real Sociedad – Getty image

Mikel Oyarzabal missed two clear chances, leaving Barcelona clinging to hope for a comeback.

However, La Blaugrana’s attack remained uninspired, failing to challenge Sociedad defense.

The defeat at Estadio Anoeta ends Barcelona’s four-game winning run against Sociedad, leaving them six points ahead in the title race as Real Madrid holds a game in hand.

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