Barcelona and Atlético Madrid are set to face off this Wednesday, February 25, 2025, at 5:30 PM (Brasília time) for the first match of the Copa del Rey semifinals. The showdown will take place at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, which Barcelona has temporarily adopted since renovations at their iconic Camp Nou began last year.
Both teams are fierce contenders not only for this championship but also for the LaLiga title, showcasing their strong form heading toward the end of the season. Barcelona advanced to the semifinals after demolishing Valencia with a stunning 5-0 win, whereas Atlético Madrid similarly crushed Getafe by the same margin. The stakes couldn't be higher as each team seeks to add another trophy to their collection.
This matchup is particularly significant as Barcelona looks to add their 32nd Copa del Rey title, having last lifted the trophy during the 2020/21 season. Meanwhile, Atlético, who boast ten Copa del Rey titles, last achieved success in 2012. The atmosphere is likely to be electric, reflecting the history and rivalry between the two clubs.
Details of the match are as follows:
- Date: February 25, 2025
- Time: 5:30 PM (Brasília time)
- Location: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona
- Where to watch: The match will be broadcast live on ESPN and available for streaming on Disney+
Both coaches have indicated strong line-ups. For Barcelona, manager Hansi Flick is expected to field the following players: Szczęsny; Koundé, Cubarsí, Iñigo Martínez, Balde; De Jong, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Gavi, Raphinha; and Lewandowski. On the other hand, Atlético's Diego Simeone is likely to deploy Musso; Molina, Giménez, Le Normand, Galan; De Paul, Barrios, and Samuel Lino; with Griezmann and Julián Álvarez leading the charge.
Barcelona heads to this encounter with confidence following five consecutive victories, including their latest win against Las Palmas, maintaining their position at the top of LaLiga standings. Similarly, Atlético Madrid, currently third, is riding high with three wins and two draws from their last five matches, bolstered by their solid 3-0 victory over Valencia.
Besides the anticipated showdown, the excitement continues as the other semifinal features Real Madrid facing Real Sociedad for the chance to reach the final, where the winner of the Barcelona-Atlético tie will meet.
Fans eager to catch all the action can tune in to ESPN or the Disney+ streaming service. There will also be real-time updates and live scoring available on sports platforms.
With both teams firing on all cylinders, Wednesday's match could prove decisive, not just for the Copa del Rey but also for morale heading down the stretch of the LaLiga race. Barcelona and Atlético are not merely after victory; they are each eyeing history and glory.