In a thrilling match-up that saw Real Sociedad triumph over Valencia in the latest round of La Liga action, it was Real Sociedad's forward, Willian José, who shone brightest on the pitch.

The Spaniard scored a hat-trick in the first half alone, setting up a convincing win for his team. His impressive display earned him a standing ovation from the home crowd and further solidified his reputation as one of the top strikers in the league.

Valencia struggled to find their rhythm in the opening stages of the game, with Real Sociedad dominating possession and creating numerous chances. However, it wasn't until the second half when they finally broke through.

Willian José took advantage of some poor defending by Valencia, capitalizing on a defensive error to score his first goal of the night. He followed this up with another strike just before halftime, adding to the hosts' lead.

Despite Valencia's efforts to come back, Real Sociedad continued to dominate and extend their lead. They were eventually able to seal the deal in the final minutes, thanks to a well-taken penalty kick from their substitute player, Alvaro Morata.

The victory for Real Sociedad is a significant one, as it sees them move into third place in the table, just two points behind leaders Barcelona. It also puts pressure on Valencia to maintain their form going forward, with the game against Sevilla coming up next.

Overall, it was a remarkable performance from Willian José, who showed why he is considered one of the best strikers in La Liga. His hat-trick helped his team secure all three points, while also showcasing his ability to make a difference at the top level of football.