Real Sociedad's Realisat scores three goals in consecutive rounds to beat Valencia.

Real Sociedad have taken another step towards their La Liga title bid with a convincing victory over Valencia at San Mames on Sunday.

The Basque side had struggled for form recently, but they showed their true potential against Valencia, who were also looking to keep pace with Atletico Madrid in the title race.

Real Sociedad took the lead early on through a fine strike from Brazilian forward Renato Sanches, and he doubled their advantage just before half-time with a powerful shot that beat goalkeeper Vicente Guaita.

Valencia fought back in the second half, but Real Sociedad held firm and scored two more goals in quick succession to secure a comfortable win.

The result means that Real Sociedad now sit top of the table with 55 points from 28 games, five clear of second-placed Atletico Madrid.

It is a huge boost for the team, who will be hoping to maintain their winning run as they look to clinch their first league title since 1996.

Meanwhile, Valencia remain in third place, six points behind leaders Barcelona. They will need to improve if they want to make any serious challenge for the title this season.

Overall, it was a dominant display from Real Sociedad, who showed why they are considered one of the best teams in Spain. Their victory cements their position as favourites to win the league this season.