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Barcelona Falls Short in Copa del Rey Despite Victory

3/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Barcelona were eliminated from the Copa del Rey semi-finals 4-3 on aggregate to Atlético Madrid, despite a 3-0 second-leg win.
Marc Bernal scored twice.
Coach Hansi Flick expressed pride in the effort and noted injuries including Jules Koundé create concerns ahead of upcoming matches.
Barcelona remains focused on La Liga, leading by four points, and on the Champions League against Newcastle.

History

Historical Context

Atlético Madrid's victory in the 2014 Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid marked their 10th title in the tournament's history, showcasing their competitive resurgence in Spanish football. This match followed their previous triumph in 2013 and highlighted the shifting dynamics in La Liga, where injuries and squad depth increasingly impact tournament outcomes, particularly for teams like Barcelona.

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Story summary

Barcelona were eliminated from the Copa del Rey semi-finals 4-3 on aggregate to Atlético Madrid, despite a 3-0 second-leg win.
Marc Bernal scored twice.
Coach Hansi Flick expressed pride in the effort and noted injuries including Jules Koundé create concerns ahead of upcoming matches.
Barcelona remains focused on La Liga, leading by four points, and on the Champions League against Newcastle.

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