Tsygankov’s late brace leads see Girona past Real Sociedad and out of the relegation zone

Viktor Tsygankov scored two late goals to secure a 2-1 comeback victory for Girona against Real Sociedad, marking Girona's first away win of the LaLiga season and lifting them out of the relegation zone.

Real Sociedad started strongly, with Takefusa Kubo missing an early chance. Despite Sociedad's pressure, Girona's Tsygankov forced a good save from goalkeeper Alex Remiro in the 21st minute. Sociedad broke the deadlock ten minutes before halftime when captain Igor Zubeldia's through ball found Goncalo Guedes, who scored with a low finish.

Girona pushed for an equalizer in the second half, with efforts from Arnau Martinez and Azzedine Ounahi going wide. The visitors equalized with 15 minutes remaining as Ounahi's cross found Tsygankov, who scored his second goal of the season. Tsygankov completed the turnaround nine minutes later with a clever backheel from Alex Moreno's low cross, securing the win for Girona.

The defeat was Sociedad's third consecutive league loss, leaving them 14th in the table, while Girona climbed to 17th place. Viktor Tsygankov was named Man of the Match for his decisive performance.