Wednesday afternoon’s Copa del Rey draw has pitted Atlético Madrid against second-tier side Elche in the competition’s round of 16, as Los Colchoneros continue their search for their first King’s Cup since 2013.
Striker Alexander Sorloth scored a brace in Atletico Madrid's easy 4-0 win at second-tier side Elche on Wednesday to book Diego Simeone's team a spot in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals.
The business end of the Copa del Rey is definitely here, with just eight teams remaining and all of them from La Liga. Giant-slayers Pontevedra and Ourense could not score against Getafe and
Barcelona cruised into the Copa del Rey quarters with a 5-1 win over Real Betis. Gavi broke the deadlock after receiving a ball from Dani Olmo in the box and his close control skills helped him drive a low roller home.
Barcelona cruised into the Copa del Rey quarters with a 5-1 win over Real Betis. Gavi broke the deadlock after receiving a ball from Dani Olmo in the box and his close control skills helped him drive a low roller home.
Barcelona's Alejandro Balde and Elche's Bambo Diaby were subjected to racist insults during La Liga and second division matches. The incidents add to a growing list of racial discrimination cases affecting Spanish football.
Real Madrid will host Las Palmas on Sunday, while Barcelona face Getafe away on Saturday after notching two dominant five-goal victories in recent outings.
Celta pulled closer after Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga lost possession near the area and allowed Bamba to score in the 83rd, and the Vigo team evened the match early in stoppage time with a penalty kick converted by Alonso after Bamba was fouled inside the area.
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid cruised to impressive victories in the Round of 16 of the Copa Del Rey, advancing to the quarter-finals. Barcelona soared to a commanding 5-0 win over Real Betis, while Atletico Madrid triumphed 4-0.
Lamine Yamal starred as Barcelona sailed into the Copa del Rey quarter-finals with a dazzling 5-1 victory over Real Betis on Wednesday. Atletico Madrid joined them in the last eight with a 4-0 win at second division Elche.