Barcelona and Atlético Madrid Set for Copa del Rey Clash
The stage is set for a thrilling Copa del Rey semi-final showdown between FC Barcelona and Atlético Madrid. The draw, held this morning at the Ciudad del Fútbol in Las Rozas, pits the reigning champions against a formidable opponent. Alongside this clash, Athletic Club will face Real Sociedad in the other semi-final tie.
A Tournament of Giants
Only four teams remain from the original 126 that began the Copa del Rey journey. FC Barcelona, Athletic Club, Real Sociedad, and Atlético Madrid all boast a history of success in the competition, adding extra weight to these semi-final encounters.
Semi-Final Matchups Confirmed
- Atlético de Madrid vs FC Barcelona
- Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad
Atlético Madrid’s Marcos Llorente expressed his preference for playing the second leg at home, hoping to celebrate with their fans.
Barcelona’s Title Defense
FC Barcelona secured their place in the semi-finals with a 1-2 victory over Albacete. As the current champions, and with a record 32 Copa del Rey titles, Barcelona will be looking to continue their dominance in the tournament.
Basque Country Battle
The Wednesday matches saw both Basque teams secure their spots. Athletic Club defeated Valencia 1-2 at Mestalla, with Iñaki Williams scoring a crucial goal in added time. Real Sociedad overcame Alavés in a 2-3 victory at Mendizorroza, building on their 2019/20 title win.
Atlético Madrid’s Road to the Semi-Finals
Atlético de Madrid booked their semi-final berth with a dominant 0-5 win against Betis. The Rojiblancos have lifted the Copa del Rey trophy 10 times, with their last victory coming in the 2012/13 season.
When Will the Semi-Finals Grab Place?
The semi-final stage is unique in this tournament as it’s the only round played over two legs. The first legs are scheduled between February 10th and 12th, while the return matches will be played the week of March 3rd to 5th.
Dates and Times
Atlético de Madrid vs Barcelona
First Leg: Thursday, February 12th, 9:00 PM local time – 2:00 PM Mexico – 1:00 PM US West Coast.
Second Leg: Tuesday, March 3rd, 9:00 PM local time – 2:00 PM Mexico – 1:00 PM US West Coast.
Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad
First Leg: Wednesday, February 11th, 9:00 PM local time – 2:00 PM Mexico – 1:00 PM US West Coast.
Second Leg: Wednesday, March 4th, 9:00 PM local time – 2:00 PM Mexico – 1:00 PM US West Coast.
