Barcelona Beat Real Madrid 3-2 in Copa del Rey Final 2025: Kounde’s Extra-Time Goal Secures Historic El Clásico Win

Barcelona delivered a performance for the ages, defeating Real Madrid 3-2 after extra time to clinch their 32nd Copa del Rey title in a dramatic El Clásico Final at Estadio La Cartuja in Seville. The Blaugrana kept their dream of a historic treble alive, overcoming a late Madrid comeback before sealing victory with a stunning strike from Jules Kounde.

A Tense Battle from Start to Finish

Barça set the tone early, dominating possession and showcasing disciplined defensive organization. Despite Madrid’s aggressive play and relentless protests aimed at the officials, Barcelona stayed focused. Their reward came when Pedri curled a sensational shot into the top corner midway through the first half, giving the Catalans a deserved lead.

Real Madrid thought they had drawn level through Jude Bellingham, but an offside call kept Barça ahead at the break.

Momentum Swings in Second Half

The second half saw a revitalized Madrid, with Kylian Mbappé's introduction immediately threatening Barça’s defense. Mbappé equalized with a brilliant free-kick, and shortly after, Aurélien Tchouameni headed home a corner to put Los Blancos ahead with just 15 minutes remaining.

Facing defeat, Barcelona showed incredible resilience. Lamine Yamal's superb ball over the top found Ferran Torres, who beat Thibaut Courtois to level the score in the 85th minute, sending the match into extra time.

Jules Kounde Writes His Name in History

Extra time was tense and cagey, with both sides pushing for a winner. As penalties loomed, Jules Kounde stepped up. Anticipating a poor Madrid pass, Kounde intercepted at the edge of the box and fired a rocket into the bottom corner in the 116th minute, sparking wild celebrations among the Barcelona faithful.

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Despite a late Madrid push and a controversial non-penalty call involving Mbappé, Barça held firm to claim a famous El Clásico win.

Barcelona now stand just two trophies away from completing a historic treble under new coach Hansi Flick, and with performances like this, anything seems possible.

Match Highlights

• 27': Pedri opened the scoring for Barcelona, finishing a move he initiated with a powerful shot past Thibaut Courtois.
• 69': Kylian Mbappé equalized for Real Madrid with a stunning free-kick, marking his first goal in a Copa del Rey final.
• 76': Aurélien Tchouaméni gave Madrid the lead, heading in a cross from Mbappé.
• 83': Ferran Torres leveled the match for Barcelona, rounding Courtois after a precise through ball.
• 116': Jules Koundé scored the winning goal for Barcelona, intercepting a misplaced pass and firing into the net.​

Full-Time Summary

• Goalscorers for Barcelona: Pedri (28'), Ferran Torres (85'), Jules Kounde (116')
• Goalscorers for Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé (70'), Aurélien Tchouameni (76')
• Red Card: Antonio Rüdiger (Real Madrid, after final whistle)

The match was not without controversy, as a late penalty awarded to Barcelona was overturned after a VAR review. Additionally, Real Madrid's Antonio Rüdiger received a red card for dissent in the final minutes.​

This victory marks Barcelona's second trophy of the season under coach Hansi Flick, following their Supercopa de España triumph. With this win, Barcelona continues to assert their dominance in Spanish football, while questions arise about the future of Real Madrid's manager, Carlo Ancelotti.​

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