Historic thrashing of Atlético de Madrid against Barcelona in the Copa del Rey
Frenchman Antoine Griezmann (14') and Nigerian Ademola Lookman (33') extended the lead at the Metropolitano, before Argentine Julián Álvarez (45+2') scored again after eleven matches.
TL;DR
- Atlético de Madrid defeated FC Barcelona 4-0 in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final.
- Goals were scored by Antoine Griezmann, Ademola Lookman, and Julián Álvarez, with an own goal also contributing.
- Barcelona's goalkeeper made an error that led to the opening goal.
- A goal by Pau Cubarsí was disallowed after a VAR review for offside involving Robert Lewandowski.
- Eric García was sent off with a direct red card late in the game.
- Atlético Madrid is now in a strong position to reach the final.
- Barcelona must achieve an extraordinary comeback in the second leg to stay in contention for the final.