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Matarazzo Leads Real Sociedad to Copa del Rey Victory

4/21/2026

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American manager Pellegrino 'Rino' Matarazzo led Real Sociedad to victory in Copa del Rey final against Atletico Madrid, earning his first title.
The win came by penalty shootout and marked Real Sociedad's first major trophy since 2021.
More than 100,000 fans celebrated in San Sebastian, and Matarazzo spoke Euskara.
He credited the title to the team's effort and aims to build on this success as Real Sociedad pursues La Liga.

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American manager Pellegrino 'Rino' Matarazzo led Real Sociedad to victory in Copa del Rey final against Atletico Madrid, earning his first title.
The win came by penalty shootout and marked Real Sociedad's first major trophy since 2021.
More than 100,000 fans celebrated in San Sebastian, and Matarazzo spoke Euskara.
He credited the title to the team's effort and aims to build on this success as Real Sociedad pursues La Liga.