In an electrifying Copa del Rey final at Seville's La Cartuja Stadium, Barcelona pulled off a stunning 3-2 victory over Real Madrid. The match was a rollercoaster ride from start to finish, filled with heart-stopping moments and unforgettable goals! ⚽
Barcelona's breakthrough came early as Pedri dazzled with a brilliant curling strike in the 28th minute, putting the team in the lead. Real Madrid fought back in the second half with a free kick from substitute Kylian Mbappe leveling the score, followed by a towering header from Aurelien Tchouameni to give Los Blancos a short-lived lead.
Then came the extra time twist! With the tension palpable, French defender Jules Kounde unleashed a magnificent 25-yard shot in the 116th minute, sending the ball into the bottom corner and sealing Barcelona's record-extending 32nd Spanish Cup title. 😱
The drama off the pitch was equally intense. Red cards were issued to Antonio Ruediger and Lucas Vazquez for dissent from the bench, and Jude Bellingham also saw red after the final whistle for unsportsmanlike conduct. Despite the controversies, the focus remained on a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Ferran Torres, who earned Man of the Match honors, summed it up: "It was a good time to give the fans something to cheer about. Without a doubt, it was the most physically demanding game I've played in my life. But we're a great team who never gives up."
This thrilling victory under coach Hansi Flick not only boosts Barcelona's morale as they chase La Liga and UEFA Champions League glory but also leaves Real Madrid with the challenge of salvaging a trophy-less campaign. A night of twists, turns, and unforgettable moments for football fans across the world!
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Barcelona sink Real Madrid in extra time to claim Copa del Rey title
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