Atlético Madrid vs Barcelona: Copa del Rey Semifinal Drama Unfolds
The stage was set at the Metropolitano for a high-intensity showdown between Atlético Madrid and Barcelona in the Copa del Rey semifinal. The air was thick with anticipation, and from the first whistle, it was evident that this was going to be an electrifying battle.
Barcelona came out strong, dictating the tempo with crisp passing and quick movements. Lamine Yamal was a constant threat, weaving past defenders with ease. It didn’t take long for controversy to strike—Azpilicueta caught Raphinha from behind, earning a yellow card. The VAR reviewed the decision, but the referee, Munuera Montero, stood by his original call. A sigh of relief for Atlético, who kept all eleven players on the pitch.
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As the match progressed, Barcelona’s dominance became more apparent. Their possession hovered around 70%, leaving Atlético struggling to create chances. The breakthrough finally came in the 26th minute. A moment of brilliance from Lamine Yamal saw him deliver a perfectly timed pass to Ferran Torres. The forward needed just a slight touch to guide the ball past Musso, sending the visiting fans into a frenzy. 1-0 Barcelona.
Atlético Madrid found themselves on the back foot. Their attempts to break forward were met with a well-organized Barça defense, with De Jong, Iñigo Martínez, and Cubarsí holding their ground. Tempers flared as the home team grew frustrated. More yellow cards were handed out, with De Paul and Julián receiving cautions for late challenges. The first half ended with Barcelona firmly in control, while Atlético had yet to register a single shot on target.
As the players headed into the tunnel, it was clear that Simeone’s side needed a drastic change if they were to keep their hopes alive. Could Atlético turn the tide, or was Barcelona on their way to sealing a place in the final at La Cartuja? One thing was certain—this semifinal was far from over.
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