Harambee Stars winger Job Ochieng will have to wait for his UEFA Europa League debut after being left on the bench as Real Sociedad began their campaign with a 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth on Thursday, 17 September, night.Download our Mozzart Sport app for more newsOchieng, who has made the step up to Sociedad’s senior team after impressing with the club’s reserve side Sanse, was named among the substitutes but was not introduced as the hosts suffered defeat at Reale Arena.His wait for a first appearance in European football’s second-tier club competition will now extend to at least 15 October, when Sociedad travels to Belgium to face Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.##NAJAVA_MECA_9964524##The 21-year-old has enjoyed an encouraging start to the season and was handed a place on the bench for the visit of Bournemouth, who were making their debut in European competition.The English Premier League side made history by marking their first European appearance with a memorable victory in Spain.Justin Kluivert opened the scoring in the 11th minute after his initial effort was ruled out for offside, only for VAR to overturn the decision and award the goal.Bournemouth doubled their advantage before the break when Brazilian winger Rayan headed home from Alex Scott’s delivery, putting the visitors in control.Selebwa tells Kenyans not to panic after Rising Stars stumble against BurundiSociedad improved after the interval and pulled one back just before the hour mark through Sergio Gomez, whose inswinging cross evaded everyone before finding the far corner.The Basque side pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages, but Bournemouth held on to secure a landmark result.For the Kenyan, the next opportunity to make his European bow will come against Union Saint-Gilloise, provided he earns the nod from manager Pellegrino Matarazzo.Homeboyz chairman reveals millions spent during delayed Premier League kick-offThe Kenyan’s rise to the senior squad follows an impressive second half of last season with Sanse, where his performances earned him increased involvement with the first team.The ex-Ligi Ndogo attacker has previously spoken about the value of training alongside Sociedad’s experienced senior players, describing the exposure as an important part of his development as he adjusts to life at the top level.