Real Sociedad, Manchester United draw 1-1 in Europa League

Manchester United and Real Sociedad played to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League Round of 16 tie at the Reale Arena. United took the lead with a goal from Joshua Zirkzee in the 57th minute, following a setup from Alejandro Garnacho. However, Sociedad equalized shortly after through a penalty converted by Mikel Oyarzabal, awarded after a VAR review for a handball by Bruno Fernandes. Despite holding 56% possession, Sociedad struggled to capitalize on their chances, with United's goalkeeper Andre Onana making a critical late save to keep the match level. Both teams will now head to Old Trafford for the decisive second leg next week. The tie remains wide open as both sides seek a place in the quarter-finals.