Spanish Giants Clash in Copa del Rey Semifinal

Betting Lines (DraftKings)

Moneyline
Atlético Madrid: +205
Barcelona: +115
Draw: +295

Spread
Atlético +0.5 (-145)
Barcelona -0.5 (+105)

Total Goals
Over 3.5 (+105)
Under 3.5 (-135)

Resume Check

Atlético Madrid

Last Five (All Competitions):

• L vs Real Betis (0–1, La Liga)
• W vs Real Betis (5–0, Copa)
• D vs Levante (0–0, La Liga)
• L vs Bodø/Glimt (1–2, UCL)
• W vs Mallorca (3–0, La Liga)

Barcelona

Last Five (All Competitions):

• W vs Mallorca (3–0, La Liga)
• W vs Albacete (2–1, Copa)
• W vs Elche (3–1, La Liga)
• W vs Copenhagen (4–1, UCL)
• W vs Oviedo (3–0, La Liga)

Players to Watch

Atlético Madrid

Julián Álvarez (7 goals, 3 assists)
Primary attacking threat.

Antoine Griezmann (6 goals)
Big-game experience and creativity.

Giuliano Simeone (5 assists)
Key contributor from wide areas.

Barcelona

Ferran Torres (12 goals)
Top scorer and consistent finisher.

Lamine Yamal (10 goals, 8 assists)
Rising star and main creator.

Marcus Rashford (4 goals, 6 assists)
Provides pace and direct attacking play.

How Atlético Madrid Wins

Atlético must rely on defensive structure and counterattacking efficiency. Griezmann and Álvarez need space in transition.

Strong pressing and set-piece execution are crucial.

How Barcelona Wins

Barcelona will aim to dominate possession and stretch Atlético’s defense through Yamal and Rashford. Midfield control and patience will be key.

An early goal could force Atlético out of their defensive shape.

Prediction: This first leg of the Spanish Copa del Rey semifinals carries massive stakes for two of Europe’s biggest clubs. Expect both teams to come out aggressive and look to set the tone early, knowing that one small mistake could swing the entire tie. With so much attacking talent on the field, chances should be there for both sides, but I like Barcelona’s firepower a little more in this matchup.

Barcelona 3, Atlético Madrid 2