In the latest development of the Copa del Rey semifinals, Real Sociedad secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the first leg, held at San Mames Stadium. The decisive moment came in the 62nd minute when Beñat Turrientes capitalized on a defensive error by Athletic, converting a chance set up by Carlos Soler and Goncalo Guedes. As reported by Tribune Latest, Turrientes expressed cautious optimism, stating, 'We're happy, but there's still the second leg to play. It's a good result, but we should have scored more.' Real Sociedad, under the guidance of Pellegrino Matarazzo, extended their unbeaten streak to ten matches since his appointment in mid-December, positioning themselves favorably ahead of the return leg at Anoeta on March 4.