Real Madrid remains unbeaten in this LaLiga, having won every match it has played so far. However, it hasn't been easy at all to overcome Real Sociedad, which gave everything it had and, in addition, had the help of Gil Manzano. The referee has once again shown his colors, making questionable decisions that have always ended up hurting Xabi Alonso's side.
It hasn't been easy at all for Madrid, which managed to take the lead shortly after the match began. However, the referee called an offside that was later confirmed by VAR with an image that was, at the very least, questionable. Despite that, in the 12th minute Kylian Mbappé put Xabi Alonso's side ahead of Real Sociedad with a great goal, in a truly brilliant play.
Tomás Roncero amazed: the play of discord
Many things happened before the first half ended. The first was the direct red card for Dean Huijsen after a play in which, clearly, he wasn't the last man. Speaking about it on his X account, Tomás Roncero couldn't hide his astonishment, remaining "in shock" after the decision made by Gil Manzano and VAR.
"I'm still in shock. I thought VAR was going to correct this nonsense from Jesús Gil. This red card deserves a long suspension. The VAR official also deserves a suspension for not calling him," said Tomás Roncero.
After this play, although it seemed Madrid would collapse, Arda Güler increased the lead after a great individual play by Mbappé.
Hard-fought win against Real Sociedad
Xabi Alonso's side ended up taking all three points, but it wasn't easy at all. After returning from halftime, Gil Manzano awarded a penalty for a handball by Dani Carvajal. Mikel Oyarzabal converted it with no problem, finishing perfectly in front of Courtois.
From there, Real Sociedad clearly came back to life. The Donostiarras were the absolute owners of the match at Anoeta, being far superior to a Madrid that switched to "survival mode" with one man down.
In any case, the important thing is that Real Madrid keeps playing and winning. After defeating Real Sociedad, it's already thinking about its Champions League debut. Fortunately, it won't have to face an anti-Madridist referee like Gil Manzano.