Griezmann gives Atlético de Madrid the classification in the Copa del Rey
A goal by Frenchman Antoine Griezmann secured Atlético de Madrid’s qualification for the Copa del Rey quarter-finals, after defeating Deportivo in a hard-fought and uninspired match. The match, played at Riazor, showed the difficulties of the red and white team away from home. Despite facing a lower-category rival, Atlético fought to dominate the game, but lacked creativity in attack. El Dépor, driven by its fans, was not intimidated and showed its potential, complicating the match for Atlético. The Coruñés team took advantage of Atlético’s visit to demonstrate its worth. The match began at a frenetic pace, with Dépor showing their intentions. However, it was Griezmann who, with an accurate shot in the 61st minute, defined the match. The 0-1 was too unsettling for Atlético, who used their experience to avoid another blow just days after falling to Real Madrid in the Super Cup semi-final. Atlético faced the threat of a tie, but managed to maintain the advantage thanks to their experience. Dépor had a chance to equalize with a header, but Atlético held firm.Athletic Club advances after a hard-fought match against Cultural Leonesa
Athletic Club had to work hard to overcome Cultural Leonesa and secure their place in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals. The match, marked by the early expulsion of an Athletic player, was decided in extra time. Athletic demonstrated their fighting spirit and took advantage of the individual skills of their players, especially Nico Williams, who was key in the match. The Bilbao team has managed to reach the quarter-finals for the sixth time since the format change. Since the 2019-20 season, Athletic has overcome the majority of single-match ties. The only exception was last season, when Osasuna eliminated them.Real Sociedad qualifies on penalties against Osasuna
Real Sociedad faced Osasuna in an exciting Copa del Rey match, which was decided in a penalty shootout. Osasuna, after leading by two goals, saw Real Sociedad equalize the score and force extra time. The match began with Osasuna taking the lead, but Real Sociedad reacted and tied the match, taking the tie to extra time. After extra time without goals, Real Sociedad won on penalties.- Tuesday, January 13:
- Deportivo (2nd), 0 – ATLÉTICO DE MADRID, 1
- Cultural Leonesa (2nd), 3 – ATHLETIC CLUB, 4 (extra time)
- REAL SOCIEDAD, 2 – Osasuna, 2 (4-3 penalties)
- Wednesday, January 14th:
- 21:00. Albacete (2nd) – Real Madrid
- 21:00. Real Betis – Elche
- 21:00. Alavés – Rayo Vallecano
Thursday, January 15th:
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- Thursday, January 15th:
- 21:00. Racing Santander (2nd) – Barcelona
- 21:00. Burgos (2nd) – Valencia
