Com Rayan Bournemouth scores Real Sociedad fall in Liga Europa debut
Com Rayan Bournemouth struck early as the Cherries secured a 2‑1 victory over Real Sociedad in their Liga Europa debut in Espanha. The win at the Reale Arena in San Sebastian gave the English side three points, while the hosts remained winless.
Opening goals set the tone
Justin Kluivert opened the scoring in the 11th minute, receiving a pass from Evanilson before slotting past the goalkeeper. Nine minutes later Alex Scott delivered a cross that Rayan headed past Marrero to double Bournemouth’s lead in the 20th minute of the first half.
Real Sociedad’s reply
Sergio Gómez reduced the deficit in the 12th minute of the second half, his left‑footed cross finding the net untouched after a scramble in the box. The goal was recorded in the official summary as REAL versus SOCIEDAD and BOURNEMOUTH, with Petrovic unable to prevent the ball entering his net.
The opening round leaves Bournemouth on three points at the top of their Liga Europa group, while Real Sociedad stay at zero, yet to earn a point in the competition.
The fixture was listed under Local: Reale Arena, San Sebastian (ESP) with the Data showing 17 de setembro de 2026 and the kick‑off at 16h (de Brasília).
Real Sociedad’s next game is against Valencia in the Campeonato Espanhol on 20 de setembro, while Bournemouth travel to face Liverpool in the English Championship on the same day.
The early win demonstrates Bournemouth’s intent to challenge for European honours this season, turning their debut into a statement of ambition.