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Copa del Rey final: Five things Athletic Bilbao must do to beat Barcelona
1) Learn from their past mistakes
Athletic will be hoping to rebound from their devastating 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Atletico Madrid in the final of the Europa League two weeks ago, by upsetting the Catalan giants in the final of the Copa del Rey. There's no question as to whether Argentine coach Marcelo Bielsa will confront the game in a...
Barcelona vs Bilbao Copa del Rey final: A tribute to Pep Guardiola – Career recap
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“If there is something extra about this [Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona Copa del Rey] final, it is the possibility of winning the title for our coach [Pep Guardiola], the possibility of him winning yet another title and leaving with his head held high.”
Cesc Fabregas was in a confident mood while declaring this statement at a press conference in mid-May. Barcelona have won several titles during the last four years in an unprecedented manner. If this season is considered as a disappointing one it is purely because the judgement of the public is based on comparisons with the Blaugrana’s achievements between the 2008/09 and 2010/2011 seasons.
Why Barcelona should fear potential 2012 Copa del Rey finalists Valencia
One of the major problems at Barca presently is that Pep Guardiola is facing severe squad setbacks. As if it wasn’t enough to lose David Villa to a long-term injury, the manager will have to deal with the absence of Pedro Rodgriguez, Andreu Fontas, Ibrahim Affelay and key man Andres Iniesta. As Barcelona’s injury list grows, it looks like their chances of ending the year successfully on the domestic front are decreasing. For now, let’s not talk about the Catalans’ situation in La Liga where they've lost 13 points in 10 matches away from home. In the Copa del Rey, Barcelona could find immense comfort; that is, if Valencia don’t put an end to their hunt.
“We are not getting the balance of last year,” Dani Alves admitted following his side’s disappointing goalless draw away to Villarreal last weekend. One of the many questions is whether Barca can overcome the away ground factor and punish Valencia for their poor passing game.
Barcelona 0-1 Real Madrid: Cristiano Ronaldo Highlights & Copa del Rey Final Meaning For Barca
It was Real’s two dry cupless seasons that made their fans wonder if they were really good enough to face the so-called Almighty Barcelona side led by Pep Guardiola. After losing 5 Clasicos in a row in La Liga, it was clear that the current Barca team had taken full authority over their archrivals, and a restoration was simply what the Madridistas were awaiting.
A 1-1 draw on April 16 at the Santiago Bernabeu proved that Jose Mourinho and his men had made remarkable efforts since their humiliating 5-0 destruction at the Camp Nou on 29 November 2010. The 2011 Copa del Rey final which took place at the Mestalla Stadium on the evening of April 20 was thus an encounter that was supposed to determine whether Real Madrid were poised to return to glory or not, and Los Merengues did just what they needed.
El Clasico: How Did Real Madrid Effectively Beat Barcelona In The Copa Del Rey Final
He simply knew it at that moment. From the edge of the penalty box, there was a sight of the industrious Angel Di Maria twisting around. And it all became clearer once Di Maria twisted past Alves to find some space. Deep in his heart, Ronaldo was already eye-ing it. It was always going to be a chance to carve his name in the history books. It was a pure chance to silence all his critics. It was a chance.
Di Maria did superbly to find space down the flank and placed in a delightful cross as the unmarked Ronaldo leaped all he could and focused all his energy to head the ball towards the goal. And as he landed back on his feet, celebration was already in the air as the Madrid fans celebrated while Cristiano Ronaldo smiled and ran with his arms open, happy for himself and Los Blancos because after all, they said he couldn't shine when it all mattered. Per contra, that was exactly what he did earlier tonight.
Watch the Copa del Rey Final Streaming Live on ESPN3
Soccer Fans in the USA can watch the Barcelona vs Real Madrid live streaming on ESPN3.com. The Copa Del Rey Final takes place at 3:30PM EST / 12:30PM PST.
Since most people will be at work during Match kick off time, the option to watch the Clasico #2 online is highly welcomed. ESPN3 is however only available to users who subscribe to ISP providers who subscribe to ESPN3.com. To find out if your ISP subscribes, simply visit ESPN3.com and perform the WATCH NOW test. If your ISP doesn´t subscribe to ESPN3 you will get the following message:
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The 2010-11 Copa Del Rey Final - Barcelona vs Real Madrid 2011
After 18 long waiting years, Real Madrid will once again challenge for the Copa del Rey Trophy. Winning the first trophy with a new club is best done as soon as possible so the team can get used to winning ways and silverware. This is a well known strategy Jose Mourinho has now successfully achieved with former clubs FC Porto, Chelsea FC and Inter Milan.
This year, Jose Mourinho has found a formidable opponent who stand in his way of all available silverware, not just the Copa Del Rey. Madrid will face Barcelona for the 2nd time in less than a week, but this time it´s not just about avoiding humiliation, there is alot more at stake here. The outcome of the Copa Del Rey Final will set the tone for 2 more Clasicos as both clubs have a date with destiny in the Champions League Semi-final.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Octopus Iker Predicts Madrid Victory–Copa Del Rey Final
Octopus Iker was spot on last week by predicting a draw for El Clasico. Real Madrid vs Barcelona indeed ended 1-1 as Octopus Iniesta lost his way to become the new Paul the Octopus. Live Soccer TV reported this info here: Real Madrid-Barcelona: Octopuses Predict No Defeat For Real, 5-0 Loss Ruled Out
Like a certain “Moises Eli” on Sport.es, some Barcelona supporters have already joked about making a soup with Octopus Iker if Real Madrid end up losing the 2011 Copa del Rey. Iker is a giant octopus of 2 meters long and is from the Pacific.
On Wednesday, Octopus Iker, who weights 16 kilos, took 10 minutes to pick the sardine that was inside the container representing Real Madrid. Live Soccer TV shares with you the video below showing Octopus Iker’s prediction ahead of the 2011 Copa del Rey final, Barcelona vs Real Madrid:
Barcelona vs Real Madrid & The 5 Barca-Real Madrid Copa Del Rey Finals
There is quite a big gap between Barcelona and Real Madrid in terms of Copa del Rey success. The Catalans lead the way with 25 Spanish cups in their trophy room whereas Los Blancos come in 3rd position behind Athletic Bilbao.
Real Madrid have actually suffered more disappointments in Copa del Rey finals than any other team. They had to settle for a runner-up finish at 19 occasions whereas they lifted the title 17 times. The last of their Copa del Rey successes occurred way back in 1993 when they triumphed 2-0 over Real Zaragoza.
Compare the Spanish giants’ statistics with Barcelona in the cup and you will understand why Real Madrid’s cry to claim victory in Wednesday’s 2011 Copa del Rey final can be likened to the desire of hungry lions. In fact, Los Blancos failed to close the gap against rivals Barcelona at 3 different occasions out of 5 Copa del Rey finals where both teams had to affront each other.
Barcelona vs Real Madrid: 2011 Copa Del Rey Final Next On The List
April 2011 certainly is a wonderful month for followers of Spanish football, since great progress from Los Cules and Los Blancos in all competitions have added a bunch of Clasicos to their agendas. Beside the upcoming Copa del Rey final, a two-legged encounter in the UEFA Champions League’s semi-finals is also scheduled to follow.
In the meantime though, the focus is on what lies just ahead, and coming up next is the moment of truth for both Barcelona and Real Madrid. El Clasico...
Copa Del Rey Final: Fernando Morientes Votes For Real Madrid Ahead Of Clasico II
Two titanic teams are set for a gigantic clash in the Copa del Rey final later tonight with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi set to renew their endless battles in aiming to become the greatest ever player. Real Madrid are being considered as underdogs by many and Barcelona are imminent favourites to lift the trophy like what Live Soccer TV explained HERE.
However, Fernando Morientes is optimistic about his former club's chances of getting one over their arch rivals tonight. The fact that Los Blancos managed to secure a draw against the Catalans despite being down to 10 men has encouraged Morientes to believe and have faith in Madrid's chaces tonight.
Copa Del Rey Final - Real Madrid starting Line-up Announced
Keepers: Casillas, Adán, Dudek
Defenders: Carvalho, Pepe, Sérgio Ramos, Marcelo, Arbeloa, Garay
Mid-Field: Kaká, Granero, Xabi Alonso, Ozil e Khedira.
Attack: Adebayor, Cristiano Ronaldo, Benzema, Higuaín, Di María
Copa Del Rey Final: Will Barcelona vs Real Madrid Be Attack vs Defence?
Barcelona vs Real Madrid And What El Clasico Said
One may opt to insist that Wednesday’s Copa del Rey final will have absolutely nothing in common with last Saturday’s Clasico. Either way, we cannot look forward to the second part of the Barcelona-Real Madrid series without analyzing what happened at the Santiago Bernabeu in La Liga very recently.
On Saturday night, it was clear as the day: Jose Mourinho chose a defensive tactic to prevent Barcelona from doing a “November 29”. Real Madrid’s average of ball possession which is of 59% fell deep down to 24%, only to stamp Barcelona’s dominative style of play! Possessive football has been the Catalans’ weapon for long now.
Copa Del Rey Final: Mourinho Conservative About Real Madrid's Chances Against Barcelona
Clasico fires will be burning brightly all over again as another edition of Barcelona Vs Real Madrid takes place at the Mestalla tomorrow. This time around, it will be fiery ocassion as the Copa del Rey takes centre stage with two of Spain's greatest ever teams battle it out.
After guiding his team to a rather satisfying draw against the Catalans in the La Liga last weekend, Jose Mourinho will be expected to employ similar tactics that successfully suffocated the Blaugrana's midfield last time around. With Cristiano Ronaldo also breaking his goalscoring duct against Barca, the chances are there for Los Blancos to make history although Mourinho refused to comment on any of the possible outcomes.
El Clasico: Why Cristiano Ronaldo Is The Man To Watch In Barca-Madrid Copa Del Rey Final
“I’ve never tried to hide the fact that it is my intention to be the best” was what Ronaldo said quite some time ago when he was being touted as one of the best in the business at that time. While endless debates about the better player between Diego Maradona and Pele seemed to dragging for generations, Ronaldo's emergence looked to be the perfect answer to those never-ending debates.
Nevertheless, Ronaldo's talent and capabilities obviously emerged at the wrong time when there was another rising master class in the form of Lionel Messi. Fantastic was the right word to describe Ronaldo but unlucky is probably the theme of his life when it comes to his aim of being the best in the business.
Slowly and slowly, Messi began to reach wider fanatics and gained much deserved attention for his Maradona-like eccentrics on the ball for the Catalans. Ever since then, Cristiano Ronaldo has lived in the shadows of the popular Argentinean even after leaving United in search of glory with Real Madrid.
Copa Del Rey Final: Why Real Madrid Cannot Afford To Lose Another Clasico against Barcelona
If securing a draw at the Bernabeu was something difficult for Mourinho and his men to accomplish considering the amount of possession Barca had, tomorrow night's clash represents a huge test of character and determination for Los Blancos. If there was a match that possesses the real ecstatic atmosphere of a Clasico, it has to be in a massive cup final, where more than just pride is at stake.
Nevertheless, both teams are already looking forward for the encounter tomorrow with the outcome of it set to play a pivotal role in numerous aspects as the season edges towards its ending. We have already discussed about the new tactic employed by Jose Mourinho and how Barcelona can overcome it HERE. But to be fair, even Real Madrid face a mountain to climb and no matter whatever it takes to complete the climb, Mourinho and his men have no other choice then to battle all the way to the top.
How To Beat The 'Revised' Real Madrid - Guardiola's Challenge Ahead Of Copa Del Rey Final
Last Saturday, a 5-0 score line was never going to be a realistic possibility right after Mourinho revealed his first-team sheet. The presence of Pepe, Sami Khedira and Xabi Alonso on a three-man defensive midfield absolutely signaled the Special One's intention on incensing his defensive stability rather than going all out offensively.
You can criticize Mourinho all you want but he was merely doing the right job, which was to prevent another humiliation especially in front of his own set of fans. Fair enough, the Catalans did take control of the ball for a majority of time although the likes of Xavi and Iniesta were constantly shackled by th three-men wall set up in Madrid's midfield.
Pepe was a huge thorn for Guardiola's men as every time they launched an assault with high hopes, Pepe would be right there at the right time to disrupt the flow of their game style. Inevitably, a draw always seemed the right result for both teams- Madrid for their defending and Barca for their offensive efforts. And with the Copa Del Rey final set to take place at the Mestalla this Wednesday, we preview some of the tactics Guardiola can employ to overcome the tractability of Real Madrid.
2011 Copa del Rey Final Business: Barcelona And Real Madrid’s Loss-Maker
The famous Bloomberg website revealed that El Clasico of April 20 will surely be a “financial flop” for the two Spanish titans. As the most renowned soccer teams in Spain, Barcelona and Real Madrid nearly get 50% of the $875 million television income earned through the TV broadcast of Spanish football, annually.
It is said that the 2011 Copa del Rey final will give them each a maximum of $409,000 of broadcast revenue. In line with a recent interview from federation executive...
Barcelona vs Real Madrid: Mascherano Happy With Copa del Rey Final Fixture
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Barca reached the final of the 2010/11 Copa del Rey after defeating Almeria 8-0 on aggregate, while Real Madrid controversially beat Sevilla 3-0 on aggregate to get a huge opportunity to win their first trophy this season. Speaking to the press earlier today about his impatience toward the kick-off of this year’s second Clasico, Mascherano said:“It is always great to qualify for a final, but because it is against Real Madrid, this will be magnified.
“A final against Madrid will be wonderful,” he added. “But there are many big games to play before this, and we have problems to deal with in other competitions.”
Sevilla Robbed For Fixed Barcelona vs Real Madrid Copa Del Rey Final?
In the first leg of their semi-final fixture against Sevilla, Real Madrid imposed themselves thanks to Karim Benzema’s solitary strike. But was the Frenchman’s goal really the only one in the game? Well, Luis Fabiano appeared to have clinched an equalizer at a point in the game but the referee decided to disallow the goal.
Was the call a right one? Did Raul Albiol deserve all the credits for making such a crucial wonder-block? “Was it over” debates instantly hit the net and Live Soccer TV gives you another chance to look at the incident. See the video below of Luis Fabiano’s disallowed goal against Real Madrid: