New Loan arrivals Joao Felix and Joao Cancelo scored their first goals for Barcelona in an impressive 5-0 victory over Real Betis on Saturday in La Liga. Barcelona's five-goal display was started by Felix, who netted the opener, with goals from Robert Lewandowski, Ferran Torres, and Raphinha and Cancelo making the scoreline possible.
Xavi handed Joao Felix and Cancelo their first starts for the club and they quickly impressed the home fans and their coach. Betis lined up with a back four composed only of former Barcelona players, and played with attacking intent, unlike many other teams who will visit the temporary home, the Olympic Stadium. Barcelona got the lead after 25 minutes when Oriol Romeu fed a brilliant ball to Felix. The on-loan Atletico forward controlled the ball and finished to claim his first goal for Barcelona.
"I'm very happy to be starting again, the feelings are very good -- it's easy to play in this team," Felix said. "I am happy, the change has done me good, me and my family, I am very happy here," he added.
Lewandowski doubled Barcelona's lead when Andreas Christensen's through pass found him and he slotted it home, although the goal was crafted by Felix. His clever dummy allowed the ball to find the striker.
"We're talking about two players there are absolutely no doubts about in terms of individual quality," Xavi told reporters after the match. "The two bring something different that improves the team. Individual quality is what makes the difference."
The Shark bites
Ferran Torres started ahead of teen Lamine Yamal, and netted the third, with a low curved free-kick around the wall. This was the first time, Barcelona scored a free-kick since Lionel Messi's strike in May 2021.
The winger has nicknamed himself a "shark" since the summer after working on mental aspects of the game and finding his best level of fitness.
"I didn't know we hadn't scored a free-kick since Messi," said Torres. "I have a lot of confidence, I am working on it and I'll keep doing that," he added.
Raphinha replaced Torres and added the fourth just moments after his way in. Joao Cancelo then added the fifth to put the cherry on top of an excellent display. He shattered down Barcelona left-back Juan Miranda with a fake shot and drove home his first Barcelona goal.
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final: Ferran Torres' lone goal helps Barcelona set a date for El-Clasico in the final
Get all the real-time updates, scores, news and free commentary of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final second-leg match at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.
Hello, and welcome to another night of exciting football. Tonight, we have a thriller of a match on our hands. This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the real-time LIVE updates, scores, and news of Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final Second Leg tonight.
The first leg between the two Spanish giants finished at 4-4, and this second leg will surely be nothing short of that. With Real Madrid already securing their spot in the final this time, we can either have a Madrid derby or an El-Clasico in the final.
So, stay tuned as we bring you all the LIVE updates of the match along with the free commentary and images.
Enjoy the coverage.
LIVE Updates
Apr 2, 2025, 7:35 PM
Final Score
Apr 2, 2025, 9:51 PM
Final verdict!
So it will be another El Classico in the Copa Del Rey final in Sevilla. Barcelona were the better team and attacked more in the first half, resulting in a goal from Ferran Torres. They could have scored more if they had latched onto the chances created mainly by Lamine Yamal.
But atletico Madrid brought in three changes at the start of the second half, which made them attack more frequently and freely.
However, despite a few chances, they were not able to score. Jules Kounde was excellent for Barcelona, making multiple blocks in the final 15 mins of the game.
This means that Barcelona will meet Real Madrid in the Copa del Dey final and will be another step closer to their target of a treble.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:30 PM
Full time | ATM 0-1 FCB (4-5 agg)
🚨Full time: Atletico Madrid 0-1 FC Barcelona (4-5 agg.)
FC Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid by 1-0 in Madrid to reach the Copa Del Rey final.
Yellow card for Gerrad Martin. It's a free-kick for Atletico, from just outside the box.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:28 PM
90+3' | Kounde with another block
Kounde makes another block as he stops Galan's cross.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:26 PM
90+1' | Molina's misses target
Molina misses the target with a looping header.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:26 PM
4 minutes added
4 minutes have been added as injury time.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:24 PM
89' | Barcelona have not lost the ball for 3 mins
Barcelona have not lost the ball for 3 mins now. They have been there and there about on the edge of the box. But, could not make the final effort though.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:21 PM
86' | Change for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal, who does not wanna leave, is replaced by Gerrad Martin.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:20 PM
84' | Kounde with a block
Galán's left footed effort was blocked by a flying Kounde. Top-class defending.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:18 PM
83' | Chance for Barcelona
A decent chance for Barcelona there after Raphinha found Yamal with a long cross.
However, Barcelona could not take the advantage and kill the game there.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:16 PM
81' | Change for Atletico
In: Riquelme
Out: Griezmann
Apr 2, 2025, 9:15 PM
80' | Save from Szczęsny
Griezmann's cross goes straight to Szczęsny and he grabs it with both hands.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:14 PM
78' | Lenglet with a great block
Lenglet comes running from behind to block the cross from Lamine on the right. Corner for Barcelona.
Yamal with a scoop over the top for Koune to make a run and enter the box.
However, Kounde could not control the volley as it went over the goal.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:52 PM
19' | Chance missed by Torres
That was a huge missed opportunity for Ferran. Pedri found Raphinha with a cute pass. Raphinha then played a small pass to Ferran.
However, he could not take the chance after a poor first touch, and Atletico Madrid defenders had it covered.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:47 PM
15' | Lopez tries to sneak in
Fermin Lopez, who is playing in the place of injured Dani Olmo, tried to sneak in a pass from the edge of the box. However, Atletico Madrid defenders had it covered.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:45 PM
13' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Rodrigo de Paul for a foul on Raphinha. Already, two Ateltico players are on a caution.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:44 PM
12' | Yamal misses the target
A beautiful pass from Pedri and a quick cutback from Yamal before he went for a curling shot from the left.
He missed the far post by a whisker.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:43 PM
9' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Atletico Madrid head coach Simeone for descent.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:42 PM
7' | VAR check for a potential red card
A VAR check for a potential red card Azpilicueta, for a foul on Raphinha.
Starting XI: W. Szczęsny, J. Koundé, P. Cubarsí, I. Martínez, A. Balde, F. de Jong, F. López, Pedri, L. Yamal, F. Torres, Raphinha.
Subs: Iñaki Peña, Diego Kochen, Gerard Martín, Eric García, Ronald Araújo, Hector Fort, Gavi, Pablo Torre, Robert Lewandowski, Ansu Fati, Pau Víctor.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:02 PM
Lineups | Atletico de Madrid
Starting XI: J. Musso, M. Llorente, C. Azpilicueta, J. M. Giménez, R. Le Normand, R. Mandava, G. Simeone, P. Barrios, R. de Paul, J. Álvarez, A. Griezmann.
Subs: Jan Oblak, Clément Lenglet, Javi Galán, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, Rodrigo Riquelme, Koke, Thomas Lemar, Conor Gallagher, Samuel Lino, Alexander Sørloth.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:18 PM
Barcelona early team news!
Pau Cubarsi and Raphinha returned to the Barcelona squad for tonight's clash.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:11 PM
Last 5 Meetings: Atletico vs Barcelona
Date
Result
Competition
16/03/2025
Atletico 2-4 Barcelona
LaLiga 2024-25
26/02/2025
Barcelona 4-4 Atletico
CDR 2024-25 Semis
21/12/2024
Barcelona 1-2 Atletico
LaLiga 2024-25
17/03/2024
Atletico 2-4 Barcelona
LaLiga 2023-24
03/12/2023
Barcelona 1-0 Atletico
LaLiga 2023-24
Apr 2, 2025, 6:10 PM
Head-to-Head Stats (All Competitions)
Matches played: 245
Atletico Madrid won: 77
Barcelona won: 111
Draws: 57
Apr 2, 2025, 4:30 PM
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Apr 2, 2025, 4:29 PM
Tonight's venue
Apr 2, 2025, 4:28 PM
Match Details
Match: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona
Tournament: Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final 2, Leg 2
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final 2 Second Leg Match Preview: Head-to-head, Possible Lineups and Fantasy XI Prediction
Read the full match preview of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona clash tonight in the Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final 2, Second Leg at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
Atletico Madrid are set to host FC Barcelona in a fiery second-leg game in the Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final 2, as a nail-biting encounter will unfold tonight at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
The tie is currently poised in a thrilling position with the Copa Del Rey final at stake after the teams shared the spoils in a 4-4 draw on 26 February, in the first leg at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium in Barcelona.
Real Madrid have sealed their passage to the finals following another thrilling 4-4 draw against Real Sociedad, advancing 5-4 in aggregate. The second semi-final tonight will set up a potential El Clascio or Madrid Derby in the Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Final on April 26 at the Estadio La Cartuja in Sevilla.
From possible starting XIs to Fantasy predictions, here is everything you need to know about the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Second Leg match in the Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final 2.
They failed to keep up a two-goal advantage to lose 4-2 in their home league match against league-leaders Barcelona, before they came back from the international break with a 1-1 draw against Espanyol in an away match. Consequently, the Copa del Rey is Atletico's best hope to lift a trophy this season as they will be seeking to win the tournament for the first time since 2012-13.
However, head coach Diego Simeone must look for the best combination before fielding his eleven tonight. Veteran midfielder Koke is set to miss this game, whereas Robin Le Normand is doubtful. Forward Angel Correawill serve the third of a five-match ban.
The semi-final tie with Barcelona is perfectly balanced after Atletico scored two late goals to earn a 4-4 draw in last month's away leg, though the Rojiblancos may find themselves tensed by the fact that they have not advanced beyond their previous three Copa del Rey semi-final ties.
FC Barcelona
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Unlike their hosts, FC Barcelona are still in the race to win three more titles alongside the Spanish Super Cup, won in January. The Blaugranas have registered a 20-game unbeaten streak in all competitions (W17, D3) since losing 2-1 to Atletico Madrid in December's league match at home.
They are sitting atop the La Liga table with 66 points in 29 games, are in the Champions League quarter-finals, and are on the verge of qualifying for a first Copa del Rey final since clinching it in 2020-21.
Interestingly, The Catalan side have defeated each of their last three away games against Atletico since losing 2-0 to them in a La Liga encounter in October 2021.
Barcelona gaffer Hansi Flick announced Raphinha and Cubarsi's return to the team. On the other hand, Marc Andre Ter Stegen returned to training but will not be available. Marc Casado suffered an unfortunate injury, while Marc Bernal and Andreas Christensen are recovering from long-term injuries.
Juan Musso; Marcus Llorente, Jose Maria Gimenez, Clement Lenglet, Reinildo Mandava; Giulliano Simeone, Pablo Barrios, Rodrigo De Paul, Samuel Lino; Julian Alvarez, Antoine Griezmann.
FC Barcelona
Wojciech Szczesny (GK); Jules Kounde, Pau Cubarsi, Inigo Martinez, Alejandro Balde; Frenkie De Jong, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Fermin Lopez, Raphinha; Robert Lewandowski.
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona: Fantasy XI Prediction
Pedri, the young FC Barcelona midfielder, has drawn serious interest from the reigning Premier League champions, Manchester City, who are reportedly ready to offer a whopping €100 million for the Spanish midfielder.
According to El Nacional, former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola, who is currently at the helm of Man City, has conveyed his interest to the Club's upper echelons to rope in the 22-year-old midfielder.
🚨🚨| JUST IN: Manchester City are interested in signing Pedri.
Man City are prepared to bid €100 million for Pedri
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Pedri has been enjoying a great season at FC Barcelona, having scored 5 goals and provided 7 assists in 44 appearances for the Catalan giants this season. However, his contribution goes beyond the goal involvements, which shows why he has won eight Man of the Match awards in his last ten games for the club.
The 22-year-old midfielder is currently on a mega five-year contract with Barcelona that runs until June 2030. Pedri's contract also includes a release clause set at €1 billion, implying his utmost importance in building the long-term planning of FC Barcelona.
Manchester City see Pedri as the ideal midfield addition, but Barcelona have no plans to sell the 22-year-old. pic.twitter.com/6ECEUQ9AR6
However, Pedri is currently valued at €120 million, according to transfermarkt, which is significantly higher than what Manchester City are keen to offer.
The English club has reportedly assessed all the financial aspects and feasibilities of the bid and are prepared to put forward a €100 million transfer fee offer to Barcelona.
Despite the reports, Pedri has not shown any interest in leaving the Blaugrana colours since joining the club from Las Palmas in September 2019, whereas Barcelona will also not be very keen to let Pedri leave.
With the potential departure of key midfielder Kevin De Bruyne said to be imminent, Pep Guardiola is looking to rejuvenate his midfield structure while keeping an eye on Pedri. Nico Gonzalez, another former Barcelona midfielder, was acquired by Man City in February 2025.
Hello and welcome to another Live coverage of Spanish football, as we continue bringing you all the updates of a high-intensity match in Laliga 2024-25 matchday 29 between FC Barcelona and Gironaat Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona, Spain.
FC Barcelona is at the top of the Laliga 2024-25 table with 63 points. Under Hansi Flick, they are currently in good shape, and they will be at home with their key players. Hansi Flick's managed side has equal points with the defending champions, surely, they will eagerly wait to take a clear three-point lead over the defending champions Real Madrid.
On the other hand, Girona is not in good form, they are currently in the 13th-placed with 34 points. And it will be a tough game for the visitors.
End of the regular minutes | 5 minutes extra added
Mar 30, 2025, 4:06 PM
87' | Sub for Barca
IN: Pablo Torre
OUT; Pedri
Mar 30, 2025, 4:06 PM
86' | GOALLL! BAR 4-1 GIR
Barcelona scores their fourth goal, as the super sub Ferran nets the ball.
Mar 30, 2025, 4:01 PM
81' | Subs for Barca
IN: Alejandro Balde, Pau Cubarsi
OUT: Eric Garcia, Inigo Martinez
Mar 30, 2025, 3:58 PM
77' | GOALL! BAR 3-1 GIR
Surely this goal seals the deal for Barcelona, as De Jong makes a beautiful run, and chooses Lewandowski, and Lewandowski scores the goal
Mar 30, 2025, 3:51 PM
71' | Double subs for Girona
IN:' John Solis, Christian Stuani
OUT: Tsygankov, Arthur Henrique
Mar 30, 2025, 3:49 PM
70' | Corner to Barca
Mar 30, 2025, 3:46 PM
67 '| Throw in to Barca
Mar 30, 2025, 3:45 PM
66' | Double subs for Barca
IN: Frankie De Jong, Ferran Torres
OUT: Gavi, Fermin Lopez
Mar 30, 2025, 3:42 PM
61' | GOALLL! BAR 2-1 GIR
Gerrad Martin puts a cross into the box for Fermin, as Fermin keeps the ball into the ball for Lewandowski, and Lewa scores the goal with an exceptional volley, brilliant team play by Barca,
Mar 30, 2025, 3:40 PM
60' | Brilliant save by Gazzaniga
Eric Garcia tries his luck from the outside of the box, but Gazzaniga saves the shot.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:38 PM
59' | Substitution for Girona
IN: Portu
OUT: Yaser Esneider Asprilla Martínez
Mar 30, 2025, 3:38 PM
57' | Chance for Barcelona
Surely, it's a chance to take the lead again for Barca, as Lamine Yamal flicks the ball into the final third for Kounde and Kounde puts a cross just outside the post for Lewandowski, but he fails to net the ball.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:33 PM
53' | GOALLL! BAR 1-1 GIR
It's game on again, as Girona's forward Arnaut Danjuma scores the equalizer.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:31 PM
52' | Throw in to Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 3:30 PM
50' | Chance for Barcelona
Fermin tries his luck form outside of the box with a weak-footed shot, but fails to find the back of the net
Mar 30, 2025, 3:27 PM
48' | Corner to Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 3:27 PM
47' | Offside!
Arnaut Danjuma is in an offside position.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:24 PM
46' | Second half begins!
Mar 30, 2025, 3:07 PM
First Half ends: BAR 1-0 GIR
Barcelona is in the driving seat in the derby, thanks to Ladislav Krejčí's own goal.
Mar 30, 2025, 3:05 PM
End of the regular minutes | 3 minutes added time
Mar 30, 2025, 3:03 PM
43' | GOALLL ! BAR 1-0 GIR
Lamine Yamal takes the free kick from just outside of the box and the shot is deflected with Ladislav Krejčí, and he scores an own goal.
Yangel commits a foul on Fermin and the referee shows a yellow card to Yangel and awards a free kick to Barca
Mar 30, 2025, 2:58 PM
41' | Free Kick to Girona
Mar 30, 2025, 2:57 PM
39' | Offside
Fermin puts in a brilliant pass into the final third for Kounde and this time Kounde finds the back of the net, but he is in an offside position.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:52 PM
35' | Free kick to Barcelona!
Yangel commits a foul on Kounde and the referee awards a free kick to Barca
Mar 30, 2025, 2:50 PM
33' | Chane for Barcelona
Fermin tries his luck with a shot from outside of the box but fails to find the back of the net
Mar 30, 2025, 2:48 PM
32' | Corner to FC Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 2:48 PM
30' | Free kick to Girona
Gerrard Martin commits a foul on Francis, and the referee awards a free kick to Girona.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:48 PM
30' | Free kick to Girona
Gerrard Martin commits a foul on Francis, and the referee awards a free kick to Girona.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:45 PM
29' | Corner to Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 2:45 PM
28' | Barca is constantly pushing in for the opener!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:40 PM
22' | Gazzaniga pulls off a beautiful save!
Pedri puts a beautiful cross into the final third from the corner, and Ronald Araujo attempts the cross with a header, but Gazzaniga pulls off a brilliant save to decline Barca's chance.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:37 PM
21' | Corner to Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 2:37 PM
19' | Free Kick to Girona
Fermin commits a foul on Arthur and the referee awards a free kick to Girona.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:33 PM
17' | Barcelona is looking to hold on to ball!
Mar 30, 2025, 2:30 PM
12' | Chance for Barcelona
A brilliant run from Lamine Yamal comes to an end with a shot from outside of the box but fails to find the back of the net, as he skies the shot.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:29 PM
11' | No penalty to Barcelona!
Terrible decision by the referee, as the referee awarded a free kick to Girona and declared no penalty and no foul to Barcelona.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:27 PM
9' | A penalty shout in Girona's box!
The referee is checking the VAR that the foul on Fermin is outside the box or inside the box.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:26 PM
8' | Free Kick to Barcelona
Tsygankov commits a foul on Fermin, and the referee awards a free kick to Barcelona from just outside of the box.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:24 PM
6' | Chance for Girona
Tsygankov puts a beautiful ball into the final third to Arnaut Danjuma, but he fails to find the back of the net.
Mar 30, 2025, 2:22 PM
5' | Corner to Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 2:20 PM
4' | Corner to Barcelona
Mar 30, 2025, 2:20 PM
3' | Barcelona is looking to hold on to ball!
With Girona keeping their defense tight, Barcelona is all over on the pitch, looking for the right time to attack and score the opener.
Wojciech Szczesny (GK), Ronald Araujo, Inigo Martinez, Gavi, Pedri, Robert Lewandowski, Fermin Lopez, Lamine Yamal, Jules Kounde, Eric Garcia, Gerrard Martin
Subs: Balde, Cubarsi, Ferran, Ansu Fati, Raphinha, Inaki Pena, Pablo Torre, Frankie De Jong, Pau Victor, Kochen, Hector Forte
10 biggest football transfers from Premier League to La Liga
Discover the 10 biggest football transfers from the Premier League to Laliga, featuring players like Eden Hazard, and Phillipe Coutinho and legends like Luis Suarez and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Laliga clubs regularly own some of the biggest names in the world of football. Many of their top stars have come from abroad, often moving from the Premier League to La Liga. However, some superstars were not so successful in Laliga after the transfers. Trent Alexander Arnold is more likely to be the next biggest football transfer from the Premier League to Laliga. Discover the 10 biggest football transfers from the Premier League to Laliga, featuring players like Eden Hazard, and Phillipe Coutinho and legends like Luis Suarez and Cristiano Ronaldo.
10 biggest football transfers from Premier League to La Liga:
Rank
Player
From
To
Transfer Fee
1
Phillipe Coutinho
Liverpool
FC Barcelona
€142 million
2
Eden Hazard
Chelsea
Real Madrid
€130 million
3
Gareth Bale
Tottenham Hotspurs
Real Madrid
€85 million
4
Cristiano Ronaldo
Manchester United
Real Madrid
€80 million
5
Julian Alvarez
Manchester City
Atletico Madrid
€82 million
6
Luis Suarez
Liverpool
FC Barcelona
€75 million
7
Diego Costa
Chelsea
Atletico Madrid
€57 million
8
Raphinha
Leeds United
FC Barcelona
€67 million
9
Ferran Torres
Manchester City
FC Barcelona
€46 million
10
Conor Gallagher
Chelsea
Atletico Madrid
€35 million
10. Conor Gallagher | Chelsea to Atletico Madrid | €35 million:
Image Credit: Sky Sports
Conor Gallagher was one of the key players for Chelsea in his final season. He is a Chelsea academy player, despite being an academy graduate of Chelsea, the Blues sold him to the Laliga side Atletico Madrid for €35 million and became one of the players with the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga.
He has seemed a perfect fit for Diego Simeone’s managed side, though he has rotated with other midfielders. Gallagher scored an important Champions League goal against Real Madrid, during a round of 16 match in which Atletico was heartbreakingly beaten on penalties.
9. Ferran Torres | Manchester City to FC Barcelona | €46 million:
Image Credit: Barca Universal
FC Barcelona paid €46 million to Ferran Torres from Manchester City in 2022. But he was never able to prove his worth in FC Barcelona, he was one of the failed yet one the biggest transfers from the Premier League to Laliga.
The winger had never scored more than 10 goals in a single campaign for the La Liga giants. Torres played 145 games at Barcelona and has started almost exactly half (73), which shows the coaches he has played under have been aware that he cannot impact games.
8. Raphinha | Leeds United to FC Barcelona | €50 million:
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Raphinha was not a major signing for FC Barcelona, yet among the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga. In the first season, Raphinha scored 14 goals and contributed in 15 goals. However, in the 2024/25 season, Raphinha found his lost form under Hansi Flick as he scored 27 goals and delivered 20 assists. Now the Brazilian winger is one of the players who is getting Ballon d'Or shouts in 2025.
7. Diego Costa | Chelsea to Atletico Madrid | €57 million:
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Costa played for Atletico Madrid on a few different occasions. He had already left once before coming back in 2010 by the time he moved to Chelsea in 2014, and four years later, he was back, with Atletico Madrid paying €57 million for him.
Diego Costa was one of the players also among the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga. In his final season before leaving for the Premier League, Costa scored 36 goals, and in three seasons at Stamford Bridge, he scored 59 goals and 21 assists. The Spanish forward 81 games in four seasons after his return but scored just 19 goals in that time.
6. Luis Suarez | Liverpool to FC Barcelona | €75 million:
Image Credit: FC Barcelona
Barcelona had seen enough from Suarez in just two and a half seasons at Liverpool to sign him for an initially reported fee of £75million. That he’d move onto bigger things was unsurprising after notching 31 goals and 13 assists in his final season in the Premier League.
Luis Suarez was one of the key players also among the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga. The Uruguayan forward scored 195 goals and assisted 113 in 283 games, in his second season at Barca, scoring a remarkable 40 La Liga goals, along with 18 assists. Across all competitions that season, Suarez scored 54 goals and assisted 24.
5. Julian Alvarez | Manchester City to Atletico Madrid | €80 million:
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One of the most recent players to the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga, Julian Alvarez moved to Manchester City for Atletico Madrid in the summer transfer window of the 2024 season. He already has 23 goals and five assists this season, including eight direct goal contributions in the Champions League. So far, the move looks a positive one for Alvarez.
4. Cristiano Ronaldo | Manchester United to Real Madrid | €80 million:
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Cristiano Ronaldo was undoubtedly the best move from the Premier League to La Liga in history. He broke new ground with a transfer worth approximately £80million from Manchester United. The previous world-record transfer was Zinedine Zidane to Real Madrid, which had stood for eight years.
Ronaldo was one of the most devastating forwards in the world for his entire spell at Real Madrid, scoring 450 goals and assisting 131 in 438 games. Ronaldo is the most successful and among the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga. He won the Ballon d’Or in 2013, 2014, 2016, and 2017 while he was a Real Madrid player.
3. Gareth Bale | Tottenham Hotspurs to Real Madrid | €85 million:
Image Credit: Sporting News
At the time of his transfer to Real Madrid for approximately £85million, Bale’s was a world-record move. Gareth Bale was among the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga.
Bale would win five Champions Leagues with Real, as well as three La Liga titles, among many other honors. Throughout seven seasons, he scored 106 goals and assisted 67 times.
2. Eden Hazard | Chelsea to Real Madrid | €130 million:
Image Credit: Sky Sports
Eden Hazard was one of the failed transfers yet and second-placed in the list of the biggest football transfers from the Premier League to La Liga. That he never played 20 La Liga games in a single season, showed how much Hazard struggled, and he retired at just 32 years of age, having played just 10 games in his final season. The Belgian failed to match that single-season total in 76 games across his entire Real Madrid career.
1. Phillipe Coutinho | Liverpool to FC Barcelona | €142 million:
Image Credit: Barca Blaugranes
The biggest football transfer from the Premier League to La Liga, Barcelona spent an astonishing £142million to sign the midfielder from Liverpool. At Liverpool, he had become an iconic figure, having a direct hand in 97 goals in 201 games.
After 13 direct goal contributions in his first 18 La Liga games, Coutinho slowed with only seven contributions in the 32 games he played in the season. The Brazilian left for Aston Villa, after only 39 goal contributions in 106 games at Barcelona.
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