Harambee Stars Abroad: Job Ochieng Shines With Another Goal as Real Sociedad Fall in Dramatic La Liga 2 Clash

Kenyan international Job Ochieng continued his scorching form in front of goal on March 21, though his individual brilliance was not enough to save Real Sociedad B from a narrow defeat.

In a high-stakes La Liga 2 (Segunda División) encounter against Deportivo La Coruña, the winger once again proved why he is currently one of the most talked-about African prospects in Spanish football.

Playing at the Zubieta training ground, the match started at a frantic pace. While Deportivo La Coruña took an early lead through Stoichkov in the second minute, Real Sociedad B battled back.

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After Lander Astiazaran levelled the scoring, it was Job Ochieng who stepped up to give the Basque side the advantage.

In the 59th minute, Job Ochieng showcased his clinical finishing, finding the back of the net to put Real Sociedad 2–1 ahead.

It was a goal that reflected his growing confidence and tactical maturity. Unfortunately, late drama saw Deportivo snatch a 3–2 victory with goals in the 83rd and 94th minutes, leaving Job Ochieng’s heroics as a bittersweet highlight of the afternoon.

Job Ochieng has been in inspired form over the last few weeks, cementing his place as a pivotal figure for Ion Ansotegui’s side.

His goal against Deportivo follows a string of impressive performances against Cádiz (Feb 23). Job Ochieng scored in a 2–0 away victory. Against Málaga (Feb 16), he netted the decisive goal in a 2–1 win.

With four goals and two assists in 19 appearances this season, Job Ochieng has become the primary attacking outlet for the B team while simultaneously knocking on the door of the senior squad.

The club’s hierarchy has not been blind to Job Ochieng’s rapid ascent. Following his historic La Liga debut against Elche on February 7, 2026, where he became only the third Kenyan to play in Spain's top flight after McDonald Mariga and Michael Olunga, Real Sociedad moved swiftly to secure his future.

In late February, the club officially announced that Job Ochieng signed a contract extension until 2028. This new deal is a massive vote of confidence, transitioning him from a promising academy product to a core part of the club's long-term project.

The extension comes amid interest from several clubs across Europe, but the Nairobi-born winger seems intent on making his mark in San Sebastián.