The players of FC Barcelona on Wednesday evening became the first team to reach the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey. Coach Xavi’s team defeated Real Sociedad 1-0 in front of their own audience. In the other quarter-final on Wednesday, Osasuna drew 1-1 with Sevilla. Chimy Avila took the lead for the hosts in the 71st minute and Youssef En Nesyri equalized in the fourth minute of added time. In extra time, Ez Abde scored in the 99th minute and Osasuna won the match 2-1 and advanced to the semi-finals.
Barcelona will play in the Copa del Rey semi-final. The opponent will be known on Friday
Two more quarter-final matches will be played on Thursday: 20: Valencia – Athletic Bilbao, and at 21 big hit: Real Madrid – Atletico Madrid.
The draw for the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey is scheduled for Friday, January 27. The semi-finals will be played in two legs. Matches are scheduled for February 7-9 and May 1-3. If Real Madrid are in this phase, their first match will be postponed. The champions of Spain then play in the Club World Cup.
The Copa del Rey final will be played in Seville on May 6. The defending champion of the trophy is Real Betis. FC Barcelona has the most wins in this competition (31).
Source: Sport
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