Anoeta to watch Soto Grado, referee for the Cup semi-final derby

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·3 March 2026

According to Diario Vasco, attention at Anoeta will also fall on referee Soto Grado for the derby in the Cup semi-final.

Real Sociedad’s record with the Ávila-born official is positive, though misgivings linger after refereeing in the three derbies played this season.

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That sense of caution and fear is understandable given what unfolded in those meetings, where decisions became a talking point.

Against that backdrop, the officiating team could face close attention in a high-stakes semi-final derby.

Source: Diario Vasco