Bournemouth announced themselves on the European stage with an impressive debut Europa League victory against the Society.
The Cherries were in League Two as recently as 2010, but are in Europe after finishing sixth in the Premier League last season.
And Marco Rose’s men got off to a flying start en route to a famous victory.
Only 11 minutes were left when Adrien Truffert burst down the left wing and sent a delicious cross past Justin Kluivert.
The striker was initially ruled offside when side-footed, but after a lengthy VAR check the goal was awarded.
Brazilian winger Rayan made it 2-0 on 20 minutes with a header from Alex Scott’s wonderful run and cross.
Evanilson headed against the post as the Premier League side bossed the first half.
Sociedad had to improve and they did, with Sergio Gómez reducing the lead with a cross that beat goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic and deflected into the far corner.
Scotland’s Ben Gannon-Doak had a chance to seal victory on the stroke of half-time, but Bournemouth were able to hold on for a famous road win thanks to two fine late saves from Petrovic.