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Atlético Madrid Survive Barcelona Surge to Reach Copa del Rey Final

The first leg’s 4-0 margin held, producing a 4-3 aggregate despite Barcelona’s 3-0 Camp Nou victory.

Overview

  • Barcelona’s title defense and treble bid ended with elimination despite a dominant second leg.
  • Teenager Marc Bernal scored twice and Raphinha converted a penalty to deliver the 3-0 home win.
  • Replays suggested Bernal may have been offside for his second goal, but the goal stood.
  • Atlético goalkeeper Juan Musso made several key saves that preserved the aggregate lead.
  • Diego Simeone’s team will face the winner of Real Sociedad vs Athletic Bilbao, with Sociedad leading 1-0 after the first leg.