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UEFA Euro 2024: From Gavi to Curtois here are the star footballers who will miss the Euros

Several players are set to miss the upcoming football competition UEFA Euro 2024 due to injuries and fitness issues while some will miss the competition due to suspension

Mar 26, 2024, 5:11 AM4 min read

UEFA Euro 2024: Players to miss the competition

The UEFA Euro 2024 will be the 17th edition of the competition. Germany will host the tournament this time, which is set to take place from 14 June to 14 July 2024. However, several important and high-profile players are set to miss the competition either for injuries and fitness issues or suspension. In this article, we'll look at the players who will likely be missing the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany.

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Thibaut Courtois (Belgium)

UEFA Euro 2024: Thibaut Courtois is all set to miss the Euros

Thibaut Courtois was set to return to action after the international break but unfortunately suffered a knee injury in Real Madrid training. Earlier, he sustained an ACL injury in his left knee in pre-season. Now, the Belgian tore the internal meniscus in his left knee. He underwent surgery the same day but he is not returning someway early. So, now it is sure that he will miss the upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany.

Gavi (Spain)

UEFA Euro 2024: Gavi will miss the Euros due to ACL injury

Gavi suffered a complete tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and an associated injury to the lateral meniscus and will miss the competition for Spain. The young Barcelona midfielder is one of the most important assets for Spain and his national team, but Spain now has to compete without the talented superstar. Barcelona blamed the Spanish coach for the injury but De la Fuente dismissed the allegations.

Reece James (England)

UEFA Euro 2024: Reece James will miss the Euros

Reece James is a top right back but always has been sidelined due to injuries. England Coach Southgate always loved the Chelsea skipper but he did pose a question. "Could he play seven games in a month? His record over the last few years would suggest no. But is he a top-level player who could provide something important? No question." Chelsea always had one of the best right-backs of the current generation, but that's only on paper because, in reality, James is always unfit and still finds it difficult to come back from the hamstring injuries.

Paul Pogba (France)

UEFA Euro 2024: Paul Pogba has banned for four years

Paul Pogba has been banned for four years for testing positive for a banned substance last August. The midfielder argued that he never knowingly took performance-enhancing drugs (testosterone metabolites). He is likely to never appear for Juventus or the national team ever in his career. Pogba missed the 2022 World Cup in Qatar after failing to recover in time from surgery. But he recovered and started playing for Juventus although it didn't last long and it is not wrong to say that his career is almost over.

Luke Shaw (England)

UEFA Euro 2024: Luke Shaw is set to miss the Euros

Luke Shaw joined up with the rest of the England squad ahead of the March friendlies, but his participation in Euro 2024 is a serious doubt. The Manchester United left-back has been sidelined for three months earlier this season after sustaining a muscular injury. England boss Gareth Southgate will be hoping that one of his key performers at Euro 2020 can make a quick recovery ahead of the competition.

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Jurrien Timber (Netherlands)

Jurrien Timber is out for the whole season

After impressing in both pre-season and the Community Shield, Jurrien Timber suffered an ACL injury during the match against Nottingham Forest last August. Timber is set to make his comeback after the March international break. But, it will take time to gain a full recovery but the Netherlands would like to add a quality player like him to the squad.

Sandro Tonali (Italy)

Sandro Tonali has banned from International Football for 10 months

After making a superb in his Premier League career for Newcastle, Sandro Tonali was caught in one of the biggest betting scandals in the history of football. The midfielder was banned for 10 months for his involvement in illegal gambling, starting from October 27, 2023. So, Italy will be without one of their key players in the upcoming Euros 2024 in Germany.

David Alaba (Austria)

David Alaba tore his ACL

David Alaba, another Real Madrid player who tore his ACL this season during a La Liga clash with Villarreal. He was given the expected recovery time of eight months, and it is confirmed that Alaba won't be fit to play any part in his country's Euro 2024 campaign. it will be a huge miss for Austria which already lacks the quality players in their setup.

Ivan Perisic (Croatia)

Ivan Perisic, the Croatian legend is also set to miss the Euros

The Croatia legend, Ivan Perisic suffered a complex ACL injury in his right knee during a training session with Tottenham in September of last year and he is out for the whole season. Manager Ange Postecoglou also hinted in January that Perisic is unlikely to play for Spurs ever again in the future as his contract expires at the end of the season. So, Croatia will miss one of their legends in the UEFA Euro 2024.

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UEFA reportedly starts to develop blueprints for Russia's return in football

According to reports, UEFA has reportedly started the groundwork to initiate Russia's return to club and international football only if a ceasefire is established in Ukraine.

Mar 28, 2025, 12:05 PM4 min read

UEFA reportedly starts to develop blueprints for Russia's return in football-sportzpoint.com
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UEFA has not ruled out the chances of Russia returning to football competitions around the globe if a total ceasefire is agreed upon in Ukraine. This was reported by the renowned British publication 'The Independent', citing its own sources.

The UEFA bans follow the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, sparking universal international criticism, such as FIFA and UEFA's March 2022 ban of Russian teams from every football competition.

However, UEFA has reportedly opened the groundwork to facilitate Russia's return in club and international football, with growing tensions within the members in UEFA.

UEFA may revoke the long-standing ban on Russian teams

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Alexander Ceferin and Gianni Infantino. (Image Credit | Getty)

Next week, a UEFA congress will reportedly be held in Belgrade, and insiders say that plans are underway to bring Russian clubs and the national team back into official tournaments.

The publication states that UEFA is already formulating possible measures for restoring Russia's involvement in international football tournaments. It underlines that Russia still has immense power in world football, and there is growing pressure within UEFA on this issue.

The Independent further asserts that the main reason for the suspension of Russian teams by FIFA and UEFA after the beginning of the large-scale invasion of Ukraine was not so much moral principles as a practical necessity.

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Russia's national football team last participated in the EURO 2020. (image Source | X)

Sources suggest that 12 European football associations signaled their willingness to boycott matches against Russian clubs, with the expectation that the figure could be as high as 18. In this case, football authorities would be faced with the decision of excluding a large number of national teams or only one. The suspension of Russia was therefore motivated by "technical" considerations and not political ideology.

The article points out that UEFA and FIFA attempt to avoid suspending nations for political reasons in order to stay away from being involved in the complicated legal scenario of every international conflict. 

Earlier, UEFA President Alexander Ceferin made the point about football being employed as a tool for creating peace. He said he believed that contact between children from different nations could build understanding and destroy enmities.

Meanwhile, Ceferin also spoke of a "ferocious attack by politicians," especially those on the left wing, against the suggestion that young Russian teams should be brought back in club and international football.

Back in 2023, UEFA overturned the decision that allowed Russia to return to international competitions, specifically the U-17 age group. Ukraine, England, Poland, Romania, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, and Denmark threatened to withdraw if such a thing happens, AP reported.

The Independent reports that the suspension of Russia will continue to remain in effect until a complete ceasefire is reached in Ukraine.

Nevertheless, top officials at UEFA are already preparing a plan for bringing back Russian teams in the case of peace, when sport can once again be "center stage." A halt of aggression by Russia would, therefore be followed by a said normalization in the world of sport.

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What would you rather choose? Crashing out in the UCL semis or winning the Europa League

In this special article, Sport Point examines the advantages and disadvantages of either crashing out in the Champions League semifinals or winning the Europa League.

Mar 16, 2025, 6:44 PM5 min read

What would you rather choose? Crashing out in the UCL semis or winning the Europa League-sportzpoint.com
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UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League are the two pinnacles of European club tournaments, awarding the coveted continental silverware to the top clubs in Europe. 

Borth tournaments are prestigious for clubs competing in these, and hold different merits and various aspects of prizes that come with these silverware. 

However, if you are a fan of a top club that crashed out of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, you would definitely be disheartened. But, on the other end, if your club clinches the Europa League, would you celebrate it in the same manner when your club reached the UCL semis?

This may be a tough choice for fans who naturally covet the utmost success for their beloved clubs. But this question may always arise in every football fan's mind, which one is better to choose? Crashing out in the UCL semis or winning the Europa League?

Sportz Point delves into this interesting discussion through this article.

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Crashing out of UEFA Champions League Semis: Pros and Cons

What would you rather choose? Crashing out in the UCL semis or winning the Europa League-sportzpoint.com
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Advantages 

Playing in the UEFA Champions League is already competing at the highest level, and reaching the semifinals is a very significant achievement. 

  • If a mid-table club in the top five European leagues manages, or a club that belongs to a league other than the lower coefficients in the UEFA European leagues ranking, reaching this level can also provide valuable experience for the team and contribute to their reputation.
  • Reaching the semifinals demonstrates a lot about the team. It means they were able to overcome the best clubs in Europe and reach the knockout stage.
  • If looked at from a monetary point of view, the UCL semifinalists receive a prize money of €15 million that helps the teams to look forward to their future. The Champions League also draws more marketing or TV ratings.

Disadvantages 

Losing at this stage can be disappointing, especially if the team had induced high hopes of winning the tournament. For example, Ajax in the 2018-19 UCL claimed attention in the best possible way, beating defending champions Real Madrid on the way, but crashed out of the semi-finals.

  • If a team loses in the semifinals without winning anything in the domestic league, it will be considered a disastrous trophyless season. Very few people would be impressed by a club simply for reaching the semifinals.
  • On the contrary, a semi-final defeat can disrupt a team's momentum, potentially affecting their performance in domestic competitions.
  • This also may lead to a massive exodus of players from the club, especially if the club is not an European powerhouse already. The top European players will go after the players who performed well for the team, leading to the dismantling of the core group, making it harder to repeat the feat in the future continental competitions. 

Winning the UEFA Europa League: Pros and Cons

What would you rather choose? Crashing out in the UCL semis or winning the Europa League-sportzpoint.com
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Advantages 

For most of the clubs, winning a silverware is a huge achievement. Winning the Europa League has its own advantages, considering that most of the mid-table or apparently mediocre clubs compete in this tournament.

  • Winning the Europa League guarantees a continental silverware, which is always better than a trophy-less season. It also ensures a direct qualification in the next season's Champions League.
  • The winners of the Europa League also meet the Champions League winners in a season-end competition, called the UEFA Super Cup, which presents another opportunity to clinch another silverware.
  • Winning a major European trophy significantly enhances a club's global status and reputation. This success can attract sponsors, and elite players as well.

Disadvantages 

  • The biggest drawback of taking part in the Europa League, particularly of winning it, is the scheduling of midweek games. This may lead to a congested fixture, resulting in fatigue among the players as well as higher injury risks. Consequently, this affects the players' performance within domestic leagues or other tournaments. The Thursday-Sunday format of the Europa League puts more pressure on players than the Tuesday-Wednesday format of the Champions League.
  • Although it is a big silverware, the Europa League is usually less prestigious than the Champions League, and therefore makes it less attractive than the clubs competing in the UCL.
  • Comparing to the Champions League, the Europa League offers lower prize money. This will be a downer for the clubs that are reliant on their European competition-generated revenue, more so those operating outside the major five European clubs.

Conclusion: Which is better?

To be honest, it is subjective and depends on different contexts.

For a world-class team that can contest the Champions League, playing in the Europa League could be a disappointment or a consolation for the team, the management and mostly, for the supporters.

However, if a team has no practical hope of winning the Champions League but can contest the title for the Europa League, it would be preferable to lift the trophy instead of qualifying to the semi-finals.

In conclusion, the Champions League semi-final defeat is an indicator of greater competition and ability, while the Europa League win is a concrete victory. So, we can say that there is no definite 'better' result between these two. 

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Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Barcelona through to quarter-finals with an easy 4-1 win on aggregate

Read the Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg highlights as a brace from Raphina and a world-class goal from Yamal helped Barcelona enter the quarter-finals.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:52 PM1 min read

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Barcelona through to quarter-finals with an easy 4-1 win on aggregate | sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome everyone to our LIVE coverage. Tonight, we have the second leg of the round of 16 fixtures in UEFA Champions League 2024-25

This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE updates, scores and news from the web desk. 

Barcelona are leading by 1-0 after the first leg in Lisbon and a draw would ensure them a place in the final eight. Meantime, Benfica would have to win by more than 1 goal to stay in the competition. 

Barcelona will be without young central defender Pau Cubarsi, who was shown a direct red card in the match. 

Read the full Barcelona vs Benfica match preview here.

LIVE Updates

Mar 11, 2025, 7:47 PM

Fina verdict

Barcelona's unbeaten streak in 2025 goes to 17 games now. They have scored 56 goals in those 17 games and are now through to the quarter-final of UEFA Champions League 2024025 as well.

Flick-ball has been working brilliantly for them. 

Raphinha has shown he is among the best footballers in the world at the moment and Lamine Yamal has again proved why is has been called the next Messi!

Benfica were no match for the Catalan club. Barcelona will now face either of Lyon or Borussia Dortmund in the quarter-finals. 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:44 PM

Sensational!

Raphinha's game by numbers vs. Benfica:

  • 6 dribbles 
  • 6 crosses
  • 3 shots
  • 2 shots on target
  • 2 goals
  • 2 chances created
  • 1 assist 

 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:39 PM

Full time | Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 agg)

Mar 11, 2025, 7:37 PM

90' | 2 minutes added

2 minutes added as injury time.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:34 PM

87' | Change for Barcelona

Eric Garcia replaces Inigo Martinez.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:33 PM

87' | Otamendi blocks a shot

Otamendi dives in desperation to block a shot from Gavi.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:33 PM

86' | Block by Kounde

Kounde blocks the header from Amdouni from a corner. Szczęsny had it covered though. 

 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:30 PM

84' | Change for Benfica

Araujo has been replaced by Rego.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:30 PM

83' | Barcelona are cruising here!

They trap Otamendi for another offside and it looks like they are now inch closer to making it to the final eight. 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:28 PM

80' | Changes for Barcelona

De Jong and Yamal have been replaced by Casado and Fermin Lopez.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:24 PM

77' | Martinez blocks a shot

Inigo Martinez has been solid and this time he blocked a shot from Dahl with a big leaping slide. 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:21 PM

73' | Torres misses the target

Otamendi conceded a foul on Ferran. He took the free-kick and missed the target by a mile.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:17 PM

70' | Double change for Benfica

Belotti and Barreiro replaced Kokcu and Florentino.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:16 PM

70' | Two changes for Barcelona

Lewandowski and Dani Olmo make their way for Gavi and Ferran Torres. 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:14 PM

68' | Barcelona playing like training session

It has been passes, passes and passes from the Barcelona players and it is quite looking like a training ground routine for them. 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:12 PM

65' | De Jong misses the chance

Lamine Yamal with an outrageous pass with the heel of the boot and Kounde's cross from the right found an outstretched De Jong going for the goal. 

But, he missed the target.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:09 PM

61' | Can Benfica make a comeback?

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates | sportzpoint.com

Mar 11, 2025, 7:06 PM

Already legendary

Mar 11, 2025, 7:05 PM

57' | Chance for Barcelona

Raphinha with another solid run on the left and he played it across for Dani Olmo to find the net.

But, the ball was too long for the Spaniard. 

Mar 11, 2025, 7:04 PM

56' | Double change for Benfica

Amdouni and Sanches replace Schjelderup and Aktürkoğlu.

Mar 11, 2025, 7:01 PM

For the doc!

Mar 11, 2025, 6:59 PM

Barce bench is getting ready!

Eric García, Fermín López, Gavi, and Ferran Torres are warming up for Barcelona

Mar 11, 2025, 6:56 PM

49' | Goal but offside

Aursnes scores one for Benfica but Pavlidis was offside leading to the goal. 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:55 PM

48' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Antonio Silva for a foul on Raphinha. 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:52 PM

Second half starts!

No changes for either teams

Mar 11, 2025, 6:50 PM

More stat for Raphinha

Raphinha Dias has scored 11 goals in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25, the most of any Brazilian player for any club in a single season

Mar 11, 2025, 6:49 PM

What a season for Raphinha!

Only Lionel Messi (14 goals, 5 assists in 2011-12) has more Champions League goal involvements in a single season for Barcelona than Raphinha (11 goals, 5 assists) 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:36 PM

Half-time | Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 agg.)

Mar 11, 2025, 6:34 PM

45' | 3 minutes added

3 minutes have been added as injury time.

Mar 11, 2025, 6:32 PM

42' | Raphinha scores | BAR 3-1 BEN (4-1 agg)

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Raphinha scores a first-half brace | sportzpoint.com

The goal has been given finally.

Balde had a great buildup, run, and pass, and Raphinha had a clinical finish.

The referee was making sure that no one was offside. 

11 goals in 10 UCL games for Raphinha this season. 

Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 agg).

Mar 11, 2025, 6:30 PM

43' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Otamendi for descent. He will miss the next match if they qualify.

Mar 11, 2025, 6:28 PM

41' | Trubin makes a save

Chance for Lewandowski to extend the lead from a close-range shot. However, he hit the ball straight to Trubin with power.

Trubin was able to make the save.

Mar 11, 2025, 6:26 PM

This is ART

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Yamal does a Messi to hand Barcelona lead | BAR 2-1 BEN (3-1 agg)

Mar 11, 2025, 6:26 PM

39' | Pavlidis hits the woodwork

Pavlidis hit the far post but he was already offside leading to the attack.

Mar 11, 2025, 6:22 PM

35' | Benfica finding it hard to get the ball back

Barcelona have been solid holding the ball and making an enormous amount of runs in the final third. 

Benfica had failed to keep the ball to themselves and win the back as well. 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:20 PM

Stats by Opta

At 17 years and 241 days, Lamine Yamal has become the youngest player to both score and assist in the same Champions League game, surpassing Breel Embolo's previous record for Basel against Ludogorets Razgrad in 2014 (17 years, 263 days).

Mar 11, 2025, 6:19 PM

He is special

Mar 11, 2025, 6:17 PM

27' | Yamal scores | BAR 2-1 BEN (3-1 agg)

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Yamal does a Messi to hand Barcelona lead | BAR 2-1 BEN (3-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

WHAAAAAATTTTTTTTTT?

Lamine Yamal does a Lionel Messi here!

He first saved the ball from going out and then created a chance for himself to have a look at the goal and go with his left foot. 

He curls it in past a diving Trubin for one of the most stunning goals you will ever see from a 17-year-old kid.

Barccelona 2-1 Benfica (3-1 agg)

Mar 11, 2025, 6:11 PM

24' | Yamal misses the target

On the left, again, Yamal found the space and the speed to make a quick entry in the final third. 

But, his left-footed effort missed the goal by a whisker. 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:10 PM

Nearly for Raphinha

Lewandowski's pass from the edge of the box nearly gave Raphinha to make a run inside the box.

The Brazilian was nearly one-on-one against Trubin. But, Trubin came running and was just able to grab the ball before Raphinha could do any damage.

 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:08 PM

Is this the best pair in the football right now?

Yamal assisted for Raphinha early in the game - Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Two early goals in Barcelona | BAR 1-1 BEN (2-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

Mar 11, 2025, 6:07 PM

19' | Chance for Lewandowski

Lamine Yamal had the chance to go for the goal. But, he decided to pass it across to Lewandowski.

However, the pass was a tad long for Lewandowski. 

Mar 11, 2025, 6:01 PM

13' | Otamendi scores | BAR 1-1 BEN (2-1 agg)

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Nicolas Otamendi equalised for Benfica | sportzpoint.com

What a comeback from the visitors!

Schjelderup with their first corner and Otanmeding headed the ball inside the goal for the equaliser. 

Szczęsny got a hand to it. But, it was not enough to stop the goal. Otamendi is now the third-oldest scorer in a Champions League knockout game at the age of 37 years 27 days

Barcelona 1-1 Benfica (2-1 agg)

Mar 11, 2025, 6:00 PM

11' | Raphinha scores | BAR 1 (2-0) BEN 0

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News: Two early goals in Barcelona | BAR 1-1 BEN (2-1 agg) | sportzpoint.com

Wonderful play from Lamine Yamal. 

He makes another entry to the box and with a side-of-the-boot pass finds Raphhinha. Raphinha precisely side-volleyed the ball inside the goal for their first goal. 

Barcelona 1-0 Benfica (2-0 in agg.) 

 

Mar 11, 2025, 5:58 PM

10' | Miss from Lewandowski

How good is Lamine Yamal!

The 17-year-old with a run on the right and then made the quick entry in the final third before giving it away to Lewandowski. 

Lewandowski could not take the chance though after a poor start.

Mar 11, 2025, 5:56 PM

9' | Save from Trubin

Good save from Turbin. Balde with the left-footed shot form the close range.

But, Raphinha was already offside leading to Balde's shot. 

Mar 11, 2025, 5:55 PM

8' | Interception by Inigo

Schjelderup cross from the middle was intercepted by Inigo Martinez. However, the player was already offside leading up to the cross. 

Mar 11, 2025, 5:54 PM

6' | No power from Yamal

Dani Olmo's pass found Pedri with lots of space. After a run through the middle, Pedri found Yamal on the right. 

But, Yamal could not find the power he was looking for and it is an easy grab for Trubin.

Mar 11, 2025, 5:52 PM

LIVE Score

 

Mar 11, 2025, 5:50 PM

3' | Nearly for Raphinha

Cross from the right nearly found Raphinha inside the box. 

But, it was too long for him. 

Mar 11, 2025, 5:49 PM

2' | Early attack from Barcelona

Barcelona's early attack gave Pedri to go for a show from outside the box. 

His shot was blocked by the Benfica wall.

Mar 11, 2025, 5:47 PM

Kick-off!

Barcelona in their red and blue start the proceedings. 

Mar 11, 2025, 5:46 PM

One minute of silence has been observed

Barcelona hold a moment of silence ahead of their match vs. Benfica in honor of first-team doctor Carles Miñarro García, who died on Saturday

Mar 11, 2025, 5:34 PM

Will they score tonight?

Mar 11, 2025, 5:31 PM

Warmed Up

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News | sportzpoint.com

Mar 11, 2025, 5:29 PM

Ready

Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE Updates, Scores and News | sportzpoint.com

Mar 11, 2025, 5:16 PM

Lineups | Benfica

Benfica XI: Trubin; Tomás Araujo, António Silva, Otamendi, Dahl, Florentino, Aursnes, Kökcü, Aktürkoğlu, Pavlidis, Schjelderup

Subs: Samuel Soares, Leandro Santos, Adrian Bajrami, Gonçalo Oliveira, Gianluca Prestianni, Nuno Félix, João Rêgo, Renato Sanches, Leandro Barreiro, Zeki Amdouni, Arthur Cabral, Andrea Belotti.

Mar 11, 2025, 5:16 PM

Lineups | Barcelona

XI: Szczęsny, Balde, R. Araujo, I. Martinez, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, F. De Jong, Kounde.

Subs: Gavi, Ferran, Ansu Fati, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Eric, Kochen, H. Fort, Gerard Martín.

Mar 11, 2025, 2:24 PM

Recent form | Benfica

  • 08/03/25Benfica 3-0 CD Nacional (Liga Portugal Betclic)
  • 06/03/25Benfica 0-1 Barcelona (UEFA Champions League)
  • 27/02/25Benfica 1-0 Sporting Braga (Taça de Portugal)
  • 22/02/25Benfica 3-0 Boavista (Liga Portugal Betclic)
  • 19/02/25Benfica 3-3 AS Monaco (UEFA Champions League)
  • 15/02/25Santa Clara 0-1 Benfica (Liga Portugal Betclic)

Mar 11, 2025, 2:23 PM

Recent form | FC Barcelona

  • 06/03/25Benfica 0-1 Barcelona (UEFA Champions League)
  • 02/03/25Barcelona 4-0 Real Sociedad (LaLiga)
  • 26/02/25Barcelona 4-4 Atlético Madrid (Copa del Rey)
  • 23/02/25Las Palmas 0-2 Barcelona (LaLiga)
  • 18/02/25Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano (LaLiga)
  • 10/02/25Sevilla 1-4 Barcelona (LaLiga)

Mar 11, 2025, 2:20 PM

Barcelona vs Benfica: Head-to-head in UCL

Team Wins Draws Goals
Benfica 2 4 11
Barcelona 4 4 13

 

Mar 11, 2025, 2:11 PM

Tonight's Venue | Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

Pass for Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys extended

Mar 11, 2025, 2:10 PM

How to watch the match?

The match will be streamed Live on the Sony Liv app and website with a paid subscription. Viewers can also watch the game live on TV on Sony Sports Network

Mar 11, 2025, 2:09 PM

Match Details

Match: Benfica vs FC Barcelona - UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16, Second leg

Date: 11 March, 2025

Time: 11.15 pm IST

Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

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Real Sociedad vs Manchester United Highlights UEFA Europa League 2024-25 | Manchester United Held by Real Sociedad After Confident Oyarzabal Penalty Round of 16 First Leg | FT RSO 1-1 MUN

Catch the highlights of the Real Sociedad vs Manchester United RO16 First Leg match tonight in UEL 2024-25 at the Anoeta Stadium, Spain.

Mar 6, 2025, 7:55 PM1 min read

Real Sociedad vs Manchester United LIVE Updates UEFA Europa League 2024-25 Live Scores, News and Commentary-sportzpoint.com

Hello and welcome to another LIVE coverage of European football. Tonight, we will bring you all the live updates, news, and live scores of the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 Round of 16 First Leg face-off between Real Sociedad and Manchester United at the Anoeta Stadium in San Sebastián, Spain.

Real Sociedad advanced to the RO16 by thrashing FC Midtjylland 7-3 over two legs in the Europa League play-offs. Manchester United, on the contrary, are the only team that finished unbeaten in the league phase, positioned third on the leaderboard with 18 points in 8 matches.

Both teams are about to go against each other in an important match of the European campaign, setting up a fierce encounter. So, sit back and relax as Swastik Debnath and Soumit Bhattacharya get you the buildup, news, images, live scores, news, and updates of the Real Sociedad vs Manchester United match from our webdesk.

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LIVE Updates

Mar 6, 2025, 7:52 PM

Thank You and Stay Tuned!

This is it for this game.

Hope you enjoyed the Live match.

We will be back very soon with another Live.

Good Night, Stay Tuned!

Mar 6, 2025, 7:51 PM

Final Verdict

In a tightly contested match, Real Sociedad and Manchester United shared the spoils, with Joshua Zirkzee showcasing his skill with a brilliant goal in the 57th minute. However, the game took a dramatic turn when Mikel Oyarzabal converted a controversial penalty in the 70th minute, leveling the scoreline. The penalty decision will undoubtedly spark debate, but both sides ultimately deserved a point from this hard-fought encounter.

Mar 6, 2025, 7:44 PM

FULL TIME WHISTLE BLOWS! RSO 1-1 MUN

Mar 6, 2025, 7:42 PM

90+5' | Free Kick to United

Becker commits the foul on Mazraoui

Mar 6, 2025, 7:39 PM

90+4' | Big save by Onana!

Mar 6, 2025, 7:38 PM

90+3'| Throw in for Sociedad

Mar 6, 2025, 7:36 PM

End of 90 minutes | Extra 5 minutes added

Mar 6, 2025, 7:35 PM

88' | Substitution for Sociedad!

IN: Jon Andar Olasagasti

OUT: Luka Sucic

Mar 6, 2025, 7:34 PM

87' | Double subs for United

IN: Victor Lindelof, Tobi Collyer

OUT: Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro

Mar 6, 2025, 7:31 PM

84' | Chance for Sociedad

Becker makes a brilliant pass into the final third to Orri, but he fails to get the ball and misses a golden chance to take the lead.

Mar 6, 2025, 7:27 PM

80' | Substitution for Sociedad!

IN: Sheraldo Becker

OUT: Takefusa Kubo

Mar 6, 2025, 7:24 PM

78' | Substitution for United

IN: Christian Eriksen

OUT: Alejandro Garnacho

Mar 6, 2025, 7:23 PM

77' | Big Save from Onana!

Brais tries his luck with a long shot towards the goal, but Onana's full-stretched save declines the threat.

Mar 6, 2025, 7:22 PM

76' | Throw in to United

Mar 6, 2025, 7:16 PM

70' | GOALLL! RSO 1-1 MUN

The Spanish side equalizes, Mikel Oyarzabal confidently nets the penalty

Mar 6, 2025, 7:15 PM

68' | Potential VAR Check

A penalty shout in the United's box and the referee awarded the penalty as he confirmed Bruno Fernandes' hand ball.

Mar 6, 2025, 7:13 PM

64' | Change for Sociedad

IN: Pablo Marin

OUT:Beñat Turrientes

Mar 6, 2025, 7:12 PM

63' | Substitutions for Sociedad!

IN: Orri Óskarsson, Jon Aramburu

OUT: Ander Barrenetxea, Aritz Elustondo

Mar 6, 2025, 7:06 PM

57' | GOALLL!!! RSO 0-1 MUN

The Red Devils take the lead. What an exceptional strike by Zirkzee. Garnacho makes a crucial pass into the box for Zirkzee, and his left-footed shot is strong enough to net the ball.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:58 PM

52' | Hojlund gets caught in an offside position!

Mar 6, 2025, 6:56 PM

49' | Free Kick to United

Zubeldia commits a foul on Hojlund, and the referee shows a yellow card to him

Mar 6, 2025, 6:54 PM

47' | Great defending by De Ligt!

Kubo crosses a beautiful ball from the right side of the pitch into the final third, but De Ligt blocks the cross.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:50 PM

46' | Second half Begins!

Real Sociedad 0-0 Manchester United

Mar 6, 2025, 6:40 PM

Hart-time verdict | HT RSO 0-0 MUN

Both teams were organised in an intense half of few chances, with a Garnacho effort from long range and a Zirkzee back-heel among United's attempts. The visitors twice looked dangerous from counterattacks – a threat Real Sociedad will be wary of.

via Juan Díaz, UEL Reporter

Noussair Mazraoui makes a tackle.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:34 PM

45'+3' | The half-time whistle is blown! | HT RSO 0-0 MUN

Image

Mar 6, 2025, 6:34 PM

45'+2' | Onana punches it away

Onana rose above the crowd and punched the ball away, clearing a looming threat from Sociedad.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:31 PM

45' | 3 minutes of added time confirmed

Mar 6, 2025, 6:31 PM

45' | Chance for Sociedad

Sucic was about to strike the ball from close to the goal, but the ball soared outside wide off the far post.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:29 PM

42' | Remiro collects it easily

Following a long ball by Bruno Fernandes from down the middle, Dalot powered a header on target, but Remiro made a routine collection.

Two on-target chances already for the Red Devils, but no goals whatsoever.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:25 PM

37' | That was close for United!

Garnacho and Dalot combined up on the right, resulting in Dalot finding Bruno in the middle of the box, but the United skipper's left-footed effort while going down was denied by Elustondo on the line! 

Zirkzee found the second ball but fired it wide off the target!

Mar 6, 2025, 6:21 PM

34' | Chance for Sociedad

Kubo tried to find a channel in search of delivering a cross from the right, but United's defence forced the attack to end up in a corner.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:18 PM

30' | Two quarters are up!

In the last five minutes, the only noteworthy thing that happened is Dorgu getting a little bit uncomfortable, creating tension on the United bench. However, he is well and back on the pitch after receiving medical attention.

The game is now mostly being played in the middle of the park.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:12 PM

25' | The game has slowed down

It has been a slow approach from both sides in the last couple of minutes, culminating the game into a slow progression.

It's been a game of minimal chances so far, with La Real creating 0.07 expected goals (xG) and Man Utd producing 0.06. 

More actions are yet to come!

Mar 6, 2025, 6:07 PM

20' | Off target for Dorgu

Garnacho was quickly covered by three of the opposition defenders inside the box, and he channeled a pass to Dorgu on the left. However, Dorgu cut inside and skied his shot way over the crosspiece.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:05 PM

18' | Wide from Turrientes

Turrientes slid past Bruo Fernandes and a Casmiro who threw a tackle; but his grounded shot went wide off the far post.

Mar 6, 2025, 6:03 PM

16' | Good collection from Onana

Barrenetxea floated a ball into the penalty area, hoping for the trigger strikers to anticipate it for a header, but Onana came up and collected it.

Mar 6, 2025, 5:59 PM

12' | Save from Remiro

Dorgu and Garnacho combined inside the box for an attempt at goal, but the Argentine's curling effort from the left was well-claimed by the Sociedad custodian.

Mar 6, 2025, 5:56 PM

9' | Effort from Hojlund

Hojlund might have created something out of the attack from te right flank, but the United forward got his heel clipped, extending the wait for a better opportunity to come.

Mar 6, 2025, 5:52 PM

5' | United stay alert

The hosts fiercely started the game, pressing upwards on the United defence. However, the Red Devils stayed alert in scanning the cross from the left, and blocking the shot afterwards.

Mar 6, 2025, 5:47 PM

1' | Kick Off!

Man United get things going at Anoeta!

Mar 6, 2025, 5:43 PM

Minutes away from the kick-off

Mar 6, 2025, 5:42 PM

Eyes on a victory

Mar 6, 2025, 5:05 PM

Visitors are here!

Mar 6, 2025, 5:04 PM

The hosts are in the house!

Mar 6, 2025, 5:03 PM

Line-up | Manchester United

Starting XI: André Onana (GK); Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui; Patrick Dorgu, Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Diogo Dalot; Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Højlund, Joshua Zirkzee

Subs: Lindelöf, Eriksen, Heaven, Amass, Colleyer, Dermot, Harrison

Head Coach: Ruben Amorim

Mar 6, 2025, 5:00 PM

Line-up | Real Sociedad

Starting XI: Álex Remiro (GK); Aritz Elustondo, Nayef Aguerd, Igor Zubeldia, Aihen Muñoz; Luka Sučić, Beñat Turrientes, Brais Méndez; Takefusa Kubo, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ander Barrenetxea

Subs: Óskarsson, Sheraldo, Lopez, Olasagasti, Marrero, Gomez, Traore, Aramburu, Marin, Martin, Aguirregomezcorta, Etxezarreta

Head Coach: Imanol Alguacil

Mar 6, 2025, 2:49 PM

Manchester United Squad tonight

Andre Onana, Dermot Mee, Elyh Harrison; Harry Amass, Diogo Dalot, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu, Ayden Heaven, Victor Lindelof, Noussair Mazraoui, Leny Yoro; Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Bruno Fernandes; Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund, Joshua Zirkzee.

Mar 6, 2025, 2:47 PM

Real Sociedad Squad tonight

Mar 6, 2025, 2:45 PM

All set for an epic clash

Mar 6, 2025, 2:40 PM

Last 5 meetings | Real Sociedad vs Man United

Manchester United forced to settle for Europa League play-off despite win  at Real Sociedad | The Independent
United defeated Sociedad 1-0 in the Anoeta in their last meeting. (Image Credit | The Independent)
Competition Date Home Team Score Away Team
UEFA Europa League 2022/11/03 Real Sociedad 0 - 1 Manchester United
UEFA Europa League 2022/09/09 Manchester United 0 - 1 Real Sociedad
UEFA Europa League 2021/02/26 Manchester United 0 - 0 Real Sociedad
UEFA Europa League 2021/02/18 Real Sociedad 0 - 4 Manchester United
UCL 2013/11/06 Real Sociedad 0 - 0 Manchester United
UCL 2013/10/24 Manchester United 1 - 0 Real Sociedad

 

Mar 6, 2025, 2:36 PM

Head-to-head stats (All Competitions)

Real Sociedad have won just one of their previous six European encounters against Manchester United (D2 L3), with that win coming in the group stage of this competition at Old Trafford in September 2022. They won that game 1-0 courtesy of a Brais Méndez penalty, which remains their only goal against them. 

Real Sociedad have never beaten an English side on home soil in Europe (D1 L3), failing to score in each of the last three matches (all against Man Utd). They are, however, one of six sides to score in 100% of their UEFA Europa League games this season (10/10), with Man Utd also doing so (8/8). 

Man Utd have lost just one of their last eight away games against Spanish opposition in Europe (W5 D2), however that defeat did come in their most recent such encounter, losing 3-0 at Sevilla in the second leg of the 2022-23 UEFA Europa League quarter final.

Matches played: 6

Real Sociedad won: 1

Man United won: 3

Draws: 2

Mar 6, 2025, 2:32 PM

Tonight's Venue | Anoeta Stadium

Manchester United fans: Here's what you need to know about Real Sociedad -  The Athletic

Mar 6, 2025, 2:30 PM

How to watch the match?

The match will be streamed Live on the Sony Liv app and website. Viewers can also watch the game live on TV on Sony Sports Network

Mar 6, 2025, 2:30 PM

Match Details

Match: Real Sociedad vs Manchester United

Tournament: UEFA Europa League 2024-25 Round of 16 tie, First Leg

Date: 6 March 2025

Time: 11:15 pm IST

Venue: Anoeta Stadium, San Sebastián, Spain

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FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg Highlights: Crazy game ends in 4-4 after Sorloth's late equaliser

Catch FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg highlights as Sorloth's added minute equaliser helped Atletico Madrid draw 4-4 against Barcelona.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:45 PM1 min read

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg Highlights: Crazy game ends in 4-4 after Sorloth's late equaliser | sportzpoint.com
Sorloth scored an added time equaliser for Atletico

Hello and welcome to another LIVE coverage of Spanish football at Sportz Point. Tonight, we will bring you a classic match between two of the biggest teams in Spanish football, FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid

This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you the FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg LIVE Updates from the web desk, as both team prepares for the early advantage in the race to the final. 

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Barcelona have been solid in the tournament so far, conceding just one goal so far in the tournament this season. Meantime, Atletico Madrid also have been in tremendous form as they thrashed Getafe by 5-0 to enter the final four. 

As both teams look to get the first leg win before the second leg gets played nearly after a month, we welcome you to the coverage. Stay tuned and keep refreshing the page for the latest updates. 

LIVE Updates

Feb 25, 2025, 8:59 PM

LIVE SCORE

 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:37 PM

Final verdict

What a crazy game it was! If you are neutral that was a near perfect game for you. 

Atletico Madrid score two early goals and Barcelona replied with three before the halftime. With 15 minutes to go in the game Lewandowski came and made it for two for Barcelona.

But to let goals from Atletico Madrid helped them level things up for the second leg. 

Barcelona would be really disappointed to not going with the advantage there. 

So, that was it from my end. Good night if you are reading from outside India. Good morning, if you are from India. 

See you in the second leg.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:29 PM

Full time | FCB 4-4 ATM

Feb 25, 2025, 10:27 PM

90+3' | Sorloth scores | FCB 4-4 ATM

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg LIVE Updates: Crazy game ends in 4-4 after Sorloth's late equaliser | sportzpoint.com

Just like last December, Sorloth scores the equaliser. 

Lino made a quick run after a overlapping ball from the middle. 

A check was made to determine if Lino was offside or not.

The goal stayed. 

Barcelona 4-4 ATM

Feb 25, 2025, 10:25 PM

Stoppage

Two kids have invaded the field.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:24 PM

90+1' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Sorloth. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:23 PM

90' | 4 minutes added

4 minutes added to the final half. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:22 PM

88' | Chance for Correa

One-on-one chance for Correa. But, he decided to shoot straight to Szczęsny. Huge chance!

Feb 25, 2025, 10:21 PM

87' | Yellow card

That was not great. Yellow card for Barrios for a foul on Balde. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:19 PM

85' | Changes for Barcelona

Fermin and Eric replaced Raphinha and Pedri. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:18 PM

84' | Llorente scores for Atletico | FCB 4-3 ATM

Correa's perfect cutback landed on to the feet of Llorente, whose right-footed powerful shot went straight in after getting a deflection from Gavi.

Barcelona 4-3 Atletico. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:16 PM

83' | Save from Musso

Ouuuu.. Barca brought out one from the training ground as a short free-kick nearly resulted in a goal for them. 

Eventually it was an easy grab for Musso.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:15 PM

82' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Giminez for a foul on Pedri.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:15 PM

HE IS INEVITABLE

Feb 25, 2025, 10:13 PM

80' | Great defending from Cubarsi

The youngster has been perfect tonight, covering balls, winning duels. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:10 PM

75' | Chance for Lewandowski

Perfect long cross from Raphinha and Lewandowski, tussling against Reinildo, could not be on-target.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:08 PM

74' | Lewandowski scores | FCB 4-2 ATM

Lamine Yamal is special. 

He dribbles through the defenders and hands Lewandowski a tap in to score. 

Barcelona 4-2 Atletico. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:07 PM

73' | Pedri has been exectional

The young mid-fielder has been exceptional creating the chances, making the runs and this time wins the ball back from Correa.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:05 PM

72' | Goal but offside

Goal from Sorloth. But Llorente was offside leading to the goal. 

Feb 25, 2025, 10:03 PM

70' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Atletico coach Simione.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:01 PM

68' | Changes for Barcelona

Lewandowski and Gavi replaced Ferran and Dani Olmo.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:01 PM

68' | Double change for Atletico

De Paul is replaced by Sorloth. 

Correa replaces Griezmann.

Feb 25, 2025, 10:00 PM

67' | Szczęsny says, 'Hold the beer"

Szczęsny woows the crowd after making a bold move to beat Alvarez inside the box.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:57 PM

64' | Balde with a great recovery

He fist pumps the air as the young defender made lots of ground to nullify the attack from Atletico. 

Barca fans chants, "Baallldeee...Ballldeeee"

Feb 25, 2025, 9:53 PM

60' | Change for Atletico

Molina replaces Gallagher.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:53 PM

59' | Chance for Barcelona

Terrific pass from Pedri to find Ferran inside the box. 

But, it was too tight for Ferran to get the goal. Musso blocks out the shot.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:52 PM

57' | Shout for penalty

Barcelona players appeal for penalty as Yamal was brought down inside the box by Lino.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:50 PM

57' | Giminez with a block

Raphinha's effort from the left, inside the box is blocked by Giminez. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:49 PM

55' | Double change for Atletico

Reinildo and Lino replace Galán and Simeone.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:46 PM

52' | Chance for Atletico

What a chance! 

Griezmann again had the chance score the equalizer there. 

Szczęsny made the save but looks like Griezmann was offside leading to the attack. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:44 PM

51' | Close for Pedri

Raphinha's quick cross from left was perfect for Pedri to head the ball inside the goal. 

But, he was not able to get a connection there. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:43 PM

49' | Cubarsi with a block

With the highline Barcelona are keeping, Griezmann had the chance to enter the box with a quick run. 

But, his attempted cross was blocked by Cubarsi.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:39 PM

Second half starts

Barcelona start the second half. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:34 PM

TWO CORNERS, TWO ASSISTS

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg LIVE Updates: Raphinha assisted twice in the first-half | sportzpoint.com

Feb 25, 2025, 9:22 PM

Half-time | Barcelona 3-2 Atletico

What an exciting first half it has been! 

Atletico Madrid scored two early goals and Barcelona as we all knew replied with goals. 

It started with Pedri and then Cubarsi scored and at the end it was Indio Martinez who gave Barcelona the lead.

Feb 25, 2025, 9:22 PM

45+5' | Save from Musso

This time it is Dani Olmo who makes an effort from left. 

Musso got down quickly to make the save. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:21 PM

45+4' | WOW, Yamal

Lamine Yamal nearly does a Messi there. He cuts Galan into halves before making an effort with left foot. 

A good height for Musso to make the save though. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:17 PM

5 minutes added

5 minutes have been added to the first half as injury time. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:16 PM

45' | Balde goes for the goal

Balde goes for the goal with a right-footed shot. He missed the target by a distance. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:13 PM

41' | Martinez scores | FCB 3-2 ATM

41' | Martinez scores | FCB 3-2 ATM

Barcelona take the lead. 

Raphinha with another corner. Inigo came running from behind and he was not marked there. 

He just had to head the ball inside the goal. 

Barcelona 3-2 Atletico Madrid. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:12 PM

41' | Showman Yamal

Feb 25, 2025, 9:11 PM

40' | High line from Barcelona

As we have seen throughout the season, despite conceding goals, Barcelona have kept the line high and this allows Atletico to make a run whenever they have the chance. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:10 PM

38' | Yamal-Kounde causing problems

Yamal and Kounde have been solid as a pair as they continue to create attacks from the right side. 

 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:05 PM

34' | Giuliano Simeone is injured

Giuliano Simeone falls on his hand and it allows Ateltico to have a breather. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:03 PM

32' | Chance for Barcelona

Let off for Barcelona. Ferran Torres with another chance. Again, one-on-one with the goalkeeper. But, he could not get the connection he was looking for. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:03 PM

29' | de Paul gets a caution

Rodrigo de Paul gets a caution from the referee. Not for a foul but for descent. 

Feb 25, 2025, 9:00 PM

It has been that kind of game

Feb 25, 2025, 8:57 PM

24' | Simeone says calm down

Barcelona have been pouring attacks and Atletico have not been able to get the ball down to the other end. 

Simeone says calm down and wants his defenders to take better decisions. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:53 PM

21' | Cubarsi equalises | FCB 2-2 ATM

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg LIVE Updates: Pau Cubarsi scored the equaliser for Barcelona | sportzpoint.com

Game on! 

Barcelona are level. Raphinha's inswinging corner and Cubarsi won the physical battle at the far post to get the header. 

Barcelona 2-2 Atletico de Madrid. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:51 PM

20' | Pedri scores for Barcelona | FCB 1-2 ATM

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg LIVE Updates: Pedri scored Barcelona's first goal | sportzpoint.com

Lamine Yamal with a outside of the boot pass for Kounde to make a run inside the final third. Kounde's cutback found Pedri in the middle, who found the net easily.

Barcelona 1-2 Atletico. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:47 PM

16' | Yellow card

Yellow card for Galan for a foul on Lamine Yamal. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:43 PM

12' | Missed chance from Ferran

What a chance! He should have scored there. 

Raphinha found him onside with a flick. Ferran had Musso one-on-one but only managed to hit the ball straight to him. 

Musso after a half stop, was able to grab the ball. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:42 PM

9' | Griezmann fouls Balde

The experienced French striker knows how to stop attacks as well. He fouls the Spaniard to stop Barcelona's attack.

Feb 25, 2025, 8:41 PM

Feb 25, 2025, 8:38 PM

6' | Griezmann scores | FCB 0-2 ATM

Griezmann doubles up the lead. Kounde with an mistake in the middle which allowed Atletico with a counter-attack. 

Griezmann did well their to beat Balde first and then Szczęsny. Szczęsny made a half save, but could not stop that form going inside the goal.

Barcelona 0-2 Atletico.

Feb 25, 2025, 8:33 PM

1' | Alvarez scores | BAR 0-1 ATM

FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid Copa del Rey 2025 semi-final 1st leg LIVE Updates: Alvarez scored an early goal | sportzpoint.com

Short corner from Griezmann and his cross towards the far post gave Alvarez the chance to convert that into a goal. 

Great start for the visitors. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:32 PM

1' | Chance for Atleti

Before even we could start everything, Alvarez's header was on target. But, he was offside on replay. 

Feb 25, 2025, 8:31 PM

Kick-off!

Atletico starts things off! They are in their sky-blue kit. Barcelona are in their home kit.

Feb 25, 2025, 8:19 PM

Game face

Feb 25, 2025, 8:17 PM

READY

Feb 25, 2025, 7:44 PM

What happened when Barca and Atletico met each other in Copa del Rey semis?

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid faced each other twice in the semi-final of Copa del Rey. In the 1992-93 season, Barcelona won by a huge margin of 11-0 while in 1997, they won by 5-4.

Feb 25, 2025, 7:42 PM

Lineups | Atletico

Lineup: J. Musso, M. Llorente, J. M. Giménez, C. Lenglet, J. Galán, G. Simeone, R. de Paul, P. Barrios, J. Alvarez, C. Gallagher.

Subs: Jan Oblak, Antonio Gomis, Axel Witsel, Reinildo Mandava, Nahuel Molina, Robin Le Normand, Thomas Lemar, Rodrigo Riquelme, Samuel Lino, Ángel Correa, Alexander Sørloth.

Feb 25, 2025, 7:39 PM

Lineups | FC Barcelona

Lineup: Szczęsny, Cubarsí, Balde, I. Martínez, Ferran, Pedri, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, F. De Jong, Kounde.

Subs: R. Araujo, Gavi, Lewandowski, Iñaki Peña, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Eric, Kochen, H. Fort, Gerard Martín.

Feb 25, 2025, 5:10 PM

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid: Most recent meeting

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid: Most recent meeting | sportzpoint.com
de Paul scored for Alteico Madrid last time these two teams met in La Liga.

Atletico Madrid managed a shocking away win over FC Barcelona in 18 years when these two teams met each other last time. Though Barcelona dominated the game mostly, it was the late goal from Alexander Sorloth that helped Atletico win by 2-1 in the end. 

Feb 25, 2025, 5:05 PM

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid: Head-to-head stats

Total Matches Atlético Wins Draws Barcelona Wins Atlético Goals Barcelona Goals
243 77 56 110 350 456

 

Feb 25, 2025, 4:59 PM

Tonight's venue | Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys | sportzpoint.com

Feb 25, 2025, 4:58 PM

How to watch the match?

Football fans from India can watch the match on the FanCode app and website with a paid subscription. Unfortunately, there is no TV streaming for the match.

Feb 25, 2025, 4:57 PM

Match Details

Match: FC Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid

Tournament: Copa del Rey 2024-25, semi-final, 1st leg

Date: 26 February, 2 am IST

Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys

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