Madrid giants survive late scares as Copa del Rey drama grips Spain
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid were both pushed to the limit by lower division opponents in the Copa del Rey round of 32, surviving frantic late rallies to book their places in the next round on a night full of tension and near upsets.
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Kounde the Hero as Barcelona Edge Real Madrid in Thrilling Copa del Rey Final
In a fiercely contested El Clasico final packed with drama, goals, red cards, and VAR controversy, Barcelona outlasted Real Madrid 3-2 after extra-time in Sevilla. Jules Kounde’s stunning late strike sealed victory for the Blaugrana in one of the most entertaining Copa del Rey finals in recent memory.