ByCanarian Clash Ends In Stalemate: La Real And Las Palmas Split LaLiga Spoils
Introduction
The clash between La Real Sociedad and UD Las Palmas in the LaLiga ended in a 1-1 draw, leaving both teams with a point each on Sunday night. The match was a close contest, with both teams showing attacking intent and creating chances. In the end, the result was perhaps a fair reflection of the game, with neither team doing enough to earn all three points.
It was an entertaining game for the fans, with plenty of attacking play and chances for both sides. Las Palmas took the lead in the 23rd minute when Sergio Arauj took advantage of a defensive mistake by La Real to slot home past Alex Remiro. La Real responded well to going behind and got back on level terms just before half-time when Alexander Sorloth headed home a cross from Mikel Merino.
Analysis
The result leaves Las Palmas in 19th place in the LaLiga table, while La Real are in 10th place. Both teams will be looking to improve their form in the coming weeks and secure their place in the top flight of Spanish football.
La Real were the better team in the first half and deservedly went into the break level. They created a number of good chances and could have even taken the lead. However, they were not as good in the second half and Las Palmas grew into the game. The visitors had a number of good chances to win the game but were unable to take them.
Las Palmas were the better team in the second half and should have won the game. They created a number of good chances and put La Real under a lot of pressure. However, they were unable to take their chances and had to settle for a point.
Conclusion
The draw between La Real and Las Palmas was a fair result. Both teams had their chances to win the game but were unable to take them. La Real will be disappointed not to have won the game, but they can take some positives from their performance. Las Palmas will be pleased with a point away from home and will be looking to build on this result in the coming weeks.
Expert Opinions
"It was a fair result. Both teams had their chances to win the game but were unable to take them. La Real were the better team in the first half but Las Palmas were the better team in the second half." - Sid Lowe, ESPN
"It was a good performance from Las Palmas. They deserved to win the game but were unable to take their chances. They will be pleased with a point away from home." - Guillem Balague, BBC Sport