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'Pure joy' for Matarazzo after Copa del Rey triumph

Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid to lift the Copa del Rey, and coach Pellegrino Matarazzo celebrated a historic first for an American coach in Europe’s top five leagues.

Published Apr 18, 2026, 7:35 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Real Sociedad defeated Atletico Madrid to win the Copa del Rey on Saturday. Coach Pellegrino Matarazzo described the victory as 'pure joy' and became the first American coach to claim a major trophy with a club from Europe’s top five leagues. The win marks a milestone for American managers in European football.

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