Tue Feb 25 19:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Thrilling 4-4 Draw in Copa del Rey Semifinal: Barcelona and Atlético Madrid Deliver Classic
**Barcelona, Spain** – Barcelona and Atlético Madrid played out one of the most exciting matches of the year in the first leg of their Copa del Rey semifinal clash at the Montjuïc Olympic Stadium. A back-and-forth encounter ended in a dramatic 4-4 draw, leaving the tie wide open heading into the second leg.
Atlético Madrid took an early lead thanks to Julián Álvarez, who scored in the first minute and assisted Antoine Griezmann’s goal six minutes later. Álvarez’s individual brilliance was a key factor in the early advantage for Diego Simeone’s side. However, Barcelona fought back with goals from Pedri, Pau Cubarsí, and Iñigo Martínez to take a 3-2 lead.
The second half continued the exhilarating pace. Robert Lewandowski extended Barcelona’s lead to 4-2, but Atlético launched a late comeback. Marcos Llorente pulled one back in the 84th minute, assisted by Ángel Correa, before Alexander Sørloth snatched a last-gasp equalizer in the 93rd minute.
The match featured numerous goal scoring chances for both sides and brilliant performances from key players like Álvarez, whose goal and assist were crucial for Atlético’s comeback. The 4-4 scoreline sets the stage for a highly anticipated return leg on April 2nd at the Metropolitano Stadium. The second leg promises to be another electrifying encounter.
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