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The victory, born from an immense overexertion, not only propelled Los Blancos into the season's showpiece but also extinguished the Basque outfit's aspirations of lifting the trophy for a third time in their history. The encounter was less a football match and more a test of character, with Madrid's seasoned squad ultimately prevailing through sheer will. The semifinal clash, played under the floodlights, became an instant classic, defined by tactical discipline, physical endurance, and moments of individual brilliance. Real Sociedad, backed by a vociferous home crowd in the first leg and then matched blow for blow in the return, pushed the Spanish giants to the brink, drawing on their own proud cup tradition that dates back to their first triumph in 1909 and a memorable second in 1987. For the Basque side, this tournament represented a tangible shot at glory in a season where league consistency had been elusive, making their elimination all the more poignant. Madrid's path to the final was anything but straightforward. The tie demanded late-game heroics and defensive steel rarely associated with a side built on attacking flair. Carlo Ancelotti's men were forced to adapt, grinding out a result that bore the hallmarks of a champion-in-waiting. The physical toll was evident as players collapsed at the final whistle, a testament to the monster effort required to break down a Sociedad unit that had clearly studied every weakness. This triumph rekindles an affair with a competition that has often played second fiddle to domestic and European ambitions at the Bernabéu, yet one that now offers the chance to add a 21st Copa del Rey to the trophy cabinet. Historically, Madrid's relationship with the cup has been a rollercoaster, with last lifting the title in 2014 under Ancelotti himself, and then enduring years of early exits that frustrated a fanbase accustomed to silverware. Reaching the final in 2025 not only silences critics but also sets the stage for a potential double, with Los Blancos still firmly in the La Liga title race. The implications stretch beyond mere silverware: a cup win would cement Ancelotti's legacy as one of the club's most successful managers, while providing a launching pad for a new generation of stars beginning to assert their dominance. From Sociedad's standpoint, the heartbreak is balanced by pride in their performance. Imanol Alguacil's project, built on youth development and high pressing, once again proved capable of going toe-to-toe with Europe's elite. The absence of a third crown will sting, but the deep run reinforces their status as perennial cup contenders. The match's key moment arrived in the dying stages of the second half, when a moment of magic—or a lapse in concentration—unlocked the defense, sending the Madrid bench into delirium. It was a play that encapsulated the fine margins at this level: one team's overexertion become the other's opportunity. Now, attention turns to the final, where Madrid awaits the winner of the other semifinal. The prospect of tasting cup glory again will dominate the narrative in the capital, as players and supporters alike dream of a triumphant day out. The journey has already illustrated that this Madrid side possesses a steely edge to complement its star power, a blend that could define their destiny in May. Based on reporting from Fútbol \u002F\u002F marca.","news","Real Madrid overcame a monumental effort to eliminate a spirited Real Sociedad and book their place in the Copa del Rey final. 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