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Barcelona have been drawn in opposition to Atletico Madrid within the Copa del Rey semi-finals, a two-legged tie that presents a big problem for the Blaugrana.
This was not probably the most beneficial of outcomes for Barcelona, contemplating the truth that there was additionally an opportunity of them dealing with Actual Sociedad.
However the Txuri-Urdin have been drawn in opposition to Actual Madrid within the different semifinals, each of which will probably be performed throughout two legs.
Atletico Madrid: Barcelona’s least preferred draw
In keeping with SPORT, Atletico Madrid have been the least desired opponent for the Barcelona staff.
For Barcelona, Atletico Madrid are traditionally probably the most steadily encountered rival within the Copa del Rey, having confronted them 47 instances. By the top of this semi-final tie, the tally will attain 49.
The report favours the Blaugrana, with 22 victories to Atletico’s 16, alongside 9 attracts. Barcelona have additionally outscored their opponents 93-71 in these matchups.
Simeone’s Atletico Madrid will probably be a tricky nut to crack (Photograph by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Photographs)
Nevertheless, latest historical past suggests this will probably be a stern problem for Hansi Flick’s males. The 2 sides have met as soon as this season, with Atletico securing a dramatic 2-1 victory at Montjuic in La Liga.
However this isn’t the explanation why Atleti have been the least-liked opponent for Barcelona. Though historical past has favoured Barça, Atletico Madrid, underneath Diego Simeone, can seem as a frightening opposition in a cup contest on account of their inflexible defence.
Which means any potential lead that Barcelona could concede may see Atletico Madrid attempt to maintain the fort and defend that league.
Nonetheless, Barcelona will look to disregard earlier outcomes and historical past and proceed enjoying the way in which they’ve been this season.
The Catalans will probably be significantly desirous to proceed their excellent run this yr and doubtlessly arrange an El Clasico showdown within the Copa del Rey remaining come Could.
