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Real Madrid knocked out of Cup 4-3 by visitors Sociedad

Santiago Bernabeu, Madrid, Spain - February 6, 2019 Real Madrid's Marcelo looks dejected after the match REUTERS

Real Madrid were dumped out of the Copa del Rey at the quarter-final stage on Thursday after losing 4-3 at home to Real Sociedad in a hugely entertaining game which saw two goals ruled out by video technology and a late red card for the visitors.

Sociedad's Sweden forward Alexander Isak inspired an incredible attacking display, scoring twice in the second period, setting up the fourth goal for Mikel Merino and also having a strike ruled out for offside.

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