Barcelona, Spain – Barcelona secured a spot in the 2025 Copa del Rey Final after a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Atlético Madrid in the second leg of their semi-final clash at the Estadio Metropolitano on Wednesday night. The win was made possible by Ferran Torres’ decisive goal, set up by a brilliant through ball from Lamine Yamal in the first half of the game.
During the first half, Atlético Madrid put up a physical and aggressive front, desperate to salvage their season. Despite intense pressure and rough challenges from the home team, Barcelona managed to weather the storm, taking control of the ball and dominating the play. This resulted in several scoring opportunities for the Blaugrana, with Ferran Torres breaking the deadlock with a skillful finish.
As the game progressed, Atlético grew increasingly frustrated, resorting to fouling and accumulating yellow cards in their attempts to disrupt Barcelona’s rhythm. However, the Catalan side continued to assert their dominance on the field, maintaining a composed and controlled performance going into halftime.
In the second half, Atlético made tactical changes, switching to a more aggressive formation and putting pressure on Barcelona’s defense. Despite some dangerous moments, including a missed opportunity by Sorloth, Barcelona managed to hold their ground with strategic substitutions and defensive efforts.
As the final whistle blew, Barcelona emerged victorious, earning a place in the title match against Real Madrid in Seville later in the month. The hard-fought victory marked the end of a challenging season series with Atlético, showcasing Barcelona’s resilience and determination in reaching the Copa del Rey Final.