Atleti Tried Hard Against Barça in the Cup
Atlético de Madrid said goodbye to the Copa del Rey in the semi-finals against a Barcelona that demonstrated its power. After the match, Cholo Simeone acknowledged the rival’s superiority, especially in the first half, although he highlighted his team’s improvement and competitiveness in the second half, where they eagerly sought a draw.
A significant fact of the match was the lack of shots on goal from Atleti during the 90 minutes. Despite generating five scoring opportunities, none tested the opposing goalkeeper. A goal by Sorloth was disallowed for offside, depriving the team of the chance to equalize.
This statistic contrasts with Barcelona’s performance, who did manage to test the Atleti goalkeeper on several occasions. The team fought with grit and dedication, but it was not enough to overcome the Catalan team.
Despite the elimination, the Rojiblancos fans once again demonstrated their unconditional support, providing a spectacular atmosphere in the Metropolitano. It’s time to get up and continue working to face the next challenges with the same passion and determination that characterizes Atlético de Madrid.
