Barcelona Stun Real Madrid in Thrilling Copa del Rey Showdown: What Really Turned the Tide?

The match was not without controversy. A late Barcelona penalty was overturned by VAR, and a potential Madrid penalty was nullified due to an offside call. Tensions boiled over at the final whistle, with three Madrid players – Lucas Vazquez, Antonio Rudiger, and Jude Bellingham – receiving red cards for dissent.

Impact

This victory marks the first major trophy under manager Hansi Flick and keeps Barcelona on course for a potential treble, as they remain contenders in both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League. The win also underscores Barcelona’s dominance over their rivals this season, having defeated Madrid in all three encounters.

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