Real Madrid Defeats Real Sociedad 1-0 in Copa del Rey Semifinal Marred by Offensive Chants

The match was paused after fans chanted 'Die' at defender Raúl Asencio, and a Sociedad supporter was seen making racist gestures toward Vinícius Júnior.

Real Madrid secured a 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals, with 18-year-old Endrick scoring the decisive goal in the 19th minute.
The game was briefly halted after offensive chants of 'Asencio, die' were directed at Madrid defender Raúl Asencio, prompting the referee to activate Spain's anti-hate protocol.
A Real Sociedad fan was caught on video making racist gestures toward Vinícius Júnior during the stoppage, continuing a pattern of racist abuse faced by the Brazilian forward in Spanish football.
Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti substituted Asencio at halftime, citing the emotional impact of the chants and the player's yellow card as reasons for the decision.
The second leg of the semifinal will take place on April 1 at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Madrid holding a narrow advantage in the tie.