Barcelona secured a dramatic 3-2 victory against Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final, held at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 26, 2025. The match was a long awaited Clasico matchup that reminded everybody just how intense the rivalry between these two clubs can be. In a dramatic finale, Barcelona secured their record-extending 32nd Spanish cup crown.
Saleh Barcelona took an early advantage in the game. That goal loomed large in the narrative of their pursuit of a possible quadruple this season under coach Hansi Flick. Their win helps cap an already banner year. They’d already beaten Real Madrid in both of their first two Clasico meetings this season during LaLiga and Spanish Super Cup play.
Match Overview
Barcelona was dangerous from the beginning, with midfielder Pedri scoring the opener in the 28th minute. The developing midfielder took a brilliant strike from the top of the area. He absolutely smashed the ball into the top corner with pinpoint accuracy. This goal gave the Catalans the impetus they needed as they took control of the game from the first whistle.
Real Madrid responded tenaciously. In the 70th minute, on their first real foray forward, Kylian Mbappe equalized, a testament to his growing stature and coolness in critical moments. His equalizer brought Madrid back into play, lifting dreams among their match well-worn. That’s where Aurelien Tchouameni, who helped Madrid win the battle in midfield, made the difference. He scored the first with a relentless header from Arda Guler’s corner kick, giving Wojciech Szczesny no chance. This estimate swung the momentum of the game, forcing Barcelona to respond.
As the match neared its end, Ferran Torres would go on to be the hero for Barcelona. When he got on the scoresheet in the 84th minute, his team was assured that the match would at least be extended into extra time. His critical juggernaut goal added new and raw power to his team, which was forcing itself to reach far within to feed their powerful surge.
Extra Time Drama
The drama thickened when overtime started, with both teams battling for control. Barcelona’s perseverance and fight would ultimately prevail, capitalized by Jules Kounde’s match-winning goal. The defender then went on to score in extra time, striking the perfect shot to gift the championship to his side.
Kounde’s defender sealing the victory on a night that showed Barcelona’s winning spirit and their quality under pressure. Coach Hansi Flick’s tactics and motivation paid off as his side enjoyed a third consecutive victory against their old enemies.
Aside from Ferran’s sensational brace, the main player who stole the show was none other than Lamine Yamal. His contributions off the ball were just as important, forcing numerous turnovers and keeping the Madrid defense under constant duress. Yamal’s influence at just 16 years of age further emphasizes the chances of him becoming a future superstar for both club and country.
Historical Context
This Copa del Rey final further extended what has been a colorful history between Barcelona and Real Madrid. Both teams have dominated Spanish football and are fierce rivals. Matches such as this greatly increase the legacy they leave behind and return to multiply their greatness. Barcelona’s run to this year’s trophy was their 32nd overall victory, further etching their name as the most consistently dominant force in domestic cup competitions.
The match controlled by Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea was marked by composure under a potential cataclysmic high-stakes scenario. His split second decisions were crucial in maintaining order during the dangerous standoff. Both teams portrayed each other at their best talent during the game.
