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Barcelona Claims 32nd Copa del Rey Title with Dramatic 3-2 Victory Over Real Madrid

Barcelona secures the Copa del Rey title, defeating Real Madrid 3-2 in a thrilling final, highlighted by Jules Koundé's winning goal in extra time.

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  1. Barcelona sink Real Madrid in extra time to win Copa del Rey title

    The Catalans, aiming for a quadruple this season, won the first major trophy of Hansi Flick’s reign as coach and a record-extending 32nd Spanish cup in dramatic fashion on Saturday.

    Barcelona sink Real Madrid in extra time to win Copa del Rey title

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  3. Barcelona edges Real Madrid in extra time to win Copa del Rey final

    Barcelona will carry momentum from its record-extending 32nd Copa del Rey title into Wednesday’s start of its Champions League semifinal series against Inter Milan.

    Barcelona edges Real Madrid in extra time to win Copa del Rey final

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Updated: Apr 26th, 2025, 10:21 PM ET

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In an exhilarating Copa del Rey final, Barcelona overcame Real Madrid 3-2, with Jules Koundé scoring the decisive goal in extra time. Pedri opened the scoring, but Madrid rallied with goals from Kylian Mbappé and Aurélien Tchouaméni. Ferran Torres equalized late in the regular time, leading to extra time where Koundé's strike secured Barcelona's record-extending 32nd Copa del Rey title. The match was marked by controversial officiating and fierce competition between the rivals, intensifying their longstanding rivalry.

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