Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: Copa del Rey Stats and Rivalry Analysis
In an exciting Copa del Rey match, Atletico Madrid faced Barcelona. This highly anticipated clash showcased star players from both teams, retaining a rich history of rivalry.
Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona: Team Lineups
Both teams brought impressive talent to the field.
Atletico Madrid Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: Musso
- Defenders: Molina, Pubill, Hancko, Ruggeri
- Midfielders: Simeone, Llorente, Koke
- Forwards: Lookman, Griezmann, Alvarez
Substitutes included Oblak, Esquivel, Lenglet, Gimenez, Le Normand, Baena, Gonzalez, Vargas, Mendoza, Almada, and Sorloth.
Barcelona Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: Garcia
- Defenders: Kounde, Cubarsi, Garcia, Balde
- Midfielders: De Jong, Casado, Yamal, Olmo
- Forwards: Lopez, Torres
Substitutes for Barcelona were Kochen, Szczesny, Martin, Cancelo, Torrents, Araujo, Bernal, Marques, Hernandez, and Lewandowski, Bardghji.
Match Details
The match commenced at 20:00 GMT, with both teams eager to secure a spot in the next round of the Copa del Rey. The historical rivalry between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona adds to the excitement, making every encounter between these teams captivating.
Historical Context and Rivalry
The encounters between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have always been thrilling. Fans eagerly anticipate each clash, knowing that these teams are consistently vying for top honors.
As the match unfolds, the performance of key players like Antoine Griezmann for Atletico and Ferran Torres for Barcelona will be crucial. Their contributions may very well determine the outcome of this significant fixture.
