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Spanish Copa del Rey: Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona
Kickoff Time: 2026-2-13 4:00 (HKT)
Atlético Madrid suffered a 0-1 defeat at home against Real Betis in the La Liga last weekend, marking their second consecutive league loss. Notably, Atlético had previously triumphed over Real Betis with a 5-0 victory in the Copa del Rey while playing away. However, returning to league play at home, they lost to the same opponent by 0-1. In their last five matches, the team has achieved 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, displaying inconsistent performance. Additionally, Atlético forward Julián Álvarez has not scored in open play for nearly nine months. The forward, valued at over 100 million, has recorded a meager 0 goals and 1 assist in the last 11 league matches, averaging only 3.5 touches in the opponent’s penalty area. In Diego Simeone’s tactical system, Álvarez often has to press, retreat, and play wide, resulting in very limited opportunities to touch the ball inside the penalty area.
Barcelona swept Mallorca with a 3-0 victory at home in the La Liga last weekend, clinching six consecutive wins across all competitions. Flick’s team has continued their recent high-efficiency performance, and despite a depleted squad, the midfield trio of Frenkie de Jong, Dani Olmo, and Fermín López still effectively control the rhythm of the game. Additionally, the forward line consisting of Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Marcus Rashford maintains high finishing efficiency. Furthermore, Barcelona has achieved 8 wins out of their last 9 away matches, and in their last 12 Copa del Rey away games, they have won 11 times, which boosts their confidence going into their match in Madrid.
In their last 10 encounters, Atlético Madrid has managed only 1 win, 1 draw, and 8 losses against Barcelona, indicating a significant disadvantage in head-to-head performance. The gap in strength and concerns about form between Atlético Madrid and Barcelona cannot be overlooked. Overall, considering Barcelona’s recent strong performance, they are undoubtedly favored in the upcoming matchup.
Atletico Madrid‘s Last 5 Games: LWDLW
26-02-09 Atlético Madrid 0-1 Real Betis
26-02-06 Real Betis 0-5 Atlético Madrid
26-02-01 Levante 0-0 Atlético Madrid
26-01-29 Atlético Madrid 1-2 Bodo/Glimt
26-01-25 Atlético Madrid 3-0 Mallorca
Barcelona‘s Last 5 Games: WWWWW
26-02-07 Barcelona 3-0 Mallorca
26-02-04 Albacete 1-2 Barcelona
26-02-01 Elche 1-3 Barcelona
26-01-29 Barcelona 4-1 Copenhagen
26-01-25 Barcelona 3-0 Real Oviedo
Head-To-Head Record
25-12-03 Barcelona 3-1 Atlético Madrid
25-04-03 Atlético Madrid 0-1 Barcelona
25-03-17 Atlético Madrid 2-4 Barcelona
25-02-26 Barcelona 4-4 Atlético Madrid
24-12-22 Barcelona 1-2 Atlético Madrid
Prediction: Barcelona away victory