End of an era: Alguacil leaves Real Sociedad after 6.5 years!

End of an era: Alguacil leaves Real Sociedad after 6.5 years!

San Sebastián, Spanien - Real Sociedad and her head coach Imanol Alguacil have decided to diverge after the end of the season, which means a striking change for the Spanish football club. This decision was announced on Thursday and is the end of an era that is characterized by remarkable success. Alguacil leaves the club in office after a total of six and a half years.

Since his appointment in December 2018, Alguacil not only has had remarkable achievements in the league, but also gave the team the winning of the Copa del Rey in 2020. This was the first title for Real Sociedad since the 1986/87 season. Under his leadership, the team repeatedly reached high table positions in La Liga, which makes him second -service elder in the league in the league in Diego Simeone from Atletico Madrid.

success and challenges

Alguacil has achieved a number of striking successes, including participation in international competitions. Last season, the team was able to reach the round of the last 16 in the Champions League after it had previously been represented in the Europa League three times in a row. It is particularly worth mentioning that he played a total of 330 games on the sidelines with the team since taking office, a balance that makes him the coach with most missions in the club's history, with an average of 1.65 points per game. In addition to the cup victory, the achievement of several international participation was a highlight of his coaching period.

The current season shows that Real Sociedad is currently taking ninth place in the league, with only two points behind the upper places. Despite these challenges, Alguacil expressed that he wished the decision not to extend his contract in June in accordance with the goals of the association.

A look into the future

According to Alguacil's departure, it remains unclear who will be his successor. The trainer himself played for Real Sociedad in the past and has worked in various functions in the club since 2013 before taking over the management of the professional team. This deeply rooted connection to the club makes its farewell to an emotional cut for the supporters and the team.

Overall, a new era for Real Sociedad is emerging, while the search for a new coach begins. Alguacil's decision to let go of the reins after a successful but challenging time could pave the way for fresh impulses within the club. The fans and the entire football community are looking forward to where the trip will lead for both parties.

Ein ausführlicher Bericht über den Abschied von Alguacil findet sich bei Laola1 , while further backgrounds about his successes on AP News and a comprehensive analysis of the Situation on Transfer market are available.