Real Sociedad frustrated by Celta in goalless Spanish league draw

Real Sociedad were held to a 0-0 draw by Celta on 3 September, with Arsen Zakharyan remaining an unused substitute throughout the Spanish Championship 2026-27 fixture.

The home side created opportunities during the opening 45 minutes but could not find a way past a well-organised Celta defence. The team from Vigo kept its shape and avoided the mistakes that might have allowed Real Sociedad to take control of the match.

Despite Real Sociedad’s efforts to provide their supporters with a winning performance, the pattern continued after the interval. The San Sebastian side looked for an opening and continued to push forward, but their attempts did not produce a goal.

Celta defended effectively for the remainder of the contest, while Real Sociedad were unable to turn their possession and chances into a decisive moment. Neither team managed to break the deadlock, leaving the score level until the final whistle.

Zakharyan, the Russian midfielder, watched the entire match from the substitutes’ bench and was not brought on.

The draw leaves Real Sociedad with four points from their opening matches in the 2026-27 Spanish Championship. Celta have two points.

For Real Sociedad, the result represents a missed opportunity to add to their points total in front of their home supporters. Their failure to score meant that the chances they created in both halves ultimately counted for nothing.

Celta, meanwhile, can take satisfaction from a disciplined defensive display. The Vigo club resisted the pressure applied by its hosts and maintained a clean sheet, ensuring that Real Sociedad could not convert their attacking opportunities into a victory.

With neither side able to find the decisive finish, the two clubs had to settle for a share of the points.