Real Madrid secured a vital 1-0 win against Real Sociedad in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final, thanks to an early goal from 18-year-old Brazilian forward Endrick. The goal came in the 19th minute when he expertly finished a well-placed pass from Jude Bellingham, giving Madrid a crucial away advantage as they aim for a spot in the final.

The match was tightly contested, with both teams having their chances. Real Sociedad struggled to convert their opportunities, largely due to the solid performance of Madrid's defense and goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, who made several key saves, including a late effort from Mikel Oyarzabal. Despite a lively crowd of 37,373 at the Reale Arena, the game lacked the high drama seen in the other semi-final, which featured a thrilling 4-4 draw between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.

Madrid's captain for the night, Vinicius Junior, led the team with poise, marking a significant milestone in his career. The visitors maintained their composure throughout the match, expertly managing the game and successfully defending against a late Sociedad penalty appeal. The second leg of this semi-final will take place on April 1 at the Santiago Bernabeu, where Madrid will look to secure their place in the Copa del Rey final.