Barcelona 3-2 Real Madrid (Apr 26, 2025) Game Analysis

Jules Koundé sealed a thrilling victory for Barcelona as they edged Real Madrid 3-2 in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday with a late goal that gave them control of the Spanish title race. The French defender converted a dramatic strike from outside the box to level after an own-goal by Kylian Mbappé, who had equalized earlier, andPedri had put Barca ahead just 10 minutes in. Despite Real Madrid's comeback with goals from Aurélien Tchouaméni and substitute Ferran Torres, Barcelona lifted the trophy for their 32nd Spanish Cup title, extending their record and carrying momentum into their Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan.