Barcelona Beats Atletico to Secure Copa del Rey Final Clash with Real Madrid
Barcelona defeated Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal second leg to secure a 5-4 aggregate win, with Ferran Torres’ decisive goal and Lamine Yamal's assist setting up a final clash with Real Madrid on April 26.
Published on April 4, 2025
Barcelona advanced to the Copa del Rey final by defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the decisive second leg at the Metropolitano Stadium, completing a 5-4 aggregate victory. Ferran Torres opened the scoring in the 27th minute with a well-timed goal, assisted by a standout pass from 17-year-old Lamine Yamal. Despite Atletico's late pressure and squandered opportunities, Barcelona held firm to seal the win.
This victory sets the stage for a high-stakes final against Real Madrid on April 26 at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville, marking the first Copa del Rey final Clásico in over a decade. With recent dominant performances in LaLiga and the Super Cup, Barcelona enters the final as the team to beat, while Atletico faces a season without silverware. Commentary has also spotlighted Yamal’s impressive skills, drawing early comparisons to a young Messi.