SD Eibar edged past Real Sociedad B 1-0 in a Spanish Segunda Division clash marked by early intensity and disciplined defensive organization. The visitors struck just four minutes into the match when Anaitz Arbilla Zabala found the back of the net, providing the only goal of the game. Despite dominating possession (52% to 48%) and registering more shots (12 vs. 11), Real Sociedad B struggled to convert chances — managing only two shots on target compared to Eibar’s five — and were ultimately undone by Eibar’s clinical efficiency and resilient structure.
The match unfolded with Eibar prioritizing compactness and counter-pressing, reflected in their superior defensive metrics: 17 interceptions (vs. 11), 10 successful tackles (vs. 4), and fewer conceded dangerous attacks (31 vs. 42). Though Real Sociedad B generated more corners (10 vs. 3) and offensive sequences (128 vs. 78), their xG of 1.19 starkly contrasted Eibar’s 0.48 — underscoring the visitors’ ability to maximize minimal opportunities. Disciplinary issues emerged late: Aleix Garrido (60’) and Arbilla Zabala (90+4’) picked up yellow cards for Eibar, while Tomy Carbonell was booked in stoppage time for the hosts. With this result, Eibar — sitting 8th in the league — extended their advantage over mid-table rivals, while Real Sociedad B remain rooted at 15th.
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