Girona pulled off a massive upset last night, edging out Real Sociedad 2-1 in a high-stakes LaLiga clash that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Ukrainian star Viktor Tsygankov stole the show with a brilliant brace, handing his struggling side a vital lifeline in the relegation scrap.
The match, played on December 12, 2025, at Real Sociedad's home ground, saw Girona leapfrog a few spots in the standings while piling more pressure on the hosts.
Tsygankov's Heroics Seal the Deal
Viktor Tsygankov was the undisputed man of the match, netting twice to turn the game on its head. His clinical strikes came at perfect moments, first leveling the score before putting Girona ahead for good.
Gonçalo Guedes had given Real Sociedad the lead in the 35th minute, but Tsygankov's magic flipped the script. Real Sociedad pushed hard in the second half, but Girona's defense held firm, with key moments like Bryan Gil's missed chance in the 57th minute highlighting their resilience.
This win is huge for Girona, who entered the game with just
12 points from 15 matches (2 wins, 6 draws, 7 losses, -16 goal difference). It's their first victory in recent weeks, breathing fresh life into a tough campaign.
Real Sociedad's Slump Deepens
For Real Sociedad, it's another frustrating result in a dismal season. Sitting on
16 points (4-4-7, -3 GD) after 15 games, they're teetering dangerously close to the drop zone.
Despite a strong home record and talents like Takefusa Kubo and Brais Méndez on the pitch, defensive lapses cost them dearly. Substitutes like Umar Sadiq couldn't spark a comeback, leaving fans stunned.
Manager Imanol Alguacil faces mounting pressure as LaLiga's top four—
Barcelona (40 pts),
Real Madrid (36),
Villarreal (35), and
Atlético Madrid (31)—pull away.
| Team | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|------|----|---|----|---|----|---|
|
Barcelona | 16 | 13 | 1 | 2 | +27 |
40 |
|
Real Madrid | 16 | 11 | 3 | 2 | +17 |
36 |
|
Villarreal | 15 | 11 | 2 | 2 | +18 |
35 |
|
Real Sociedad | 15 | 4 | 4 | 7 | -3 |
16 |
|
Girona | 15 | 2 | 6 | 7 | -16 |
12 |
What This Means for LaLiga's Bottom Battle
Girona's three points move them off the foot of the table, ahead of sides like Real Oviedo and Levante. But with only
12 points, they can't afford slip-ups.
Real Sociedad, meanwhile, drop to 13th or lower, with Osasuna (15 pts) and Valencia (15 pts) breathing down their necks. The race for survival just got fiercer.
As LaLiga heats up, expect Tsygankov to draw interest from bigger clubs—his form could be a game-changer.
Takeaway for fans: Watch Girona's next fixtures closely; this win might spark a survival run. Real Sociedad needs an urgent reset to avoid a relegation dogfight.
Sources
1. Real Sociedad 1-2 Girona (12 Dec, 2025) Final Score - ESPN
2. Tsygankov scores twice to give Girona vital 2-1 win at Real ...
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