Barcelona claimed their record-extending 32nd Copa del Rey title after a dramatic 3–2 victory over Real Madrid in a thrilling final at Seville’s La Cartuja stadium. Jules Koundé emerged the hero, scoring a stunning extra-time winner that sealed the win for the Catalans and added another unforgettable chapter to the El Clásico rivalry.

The match had everything fans could hope for goals, drama, controversy, and late heroics. Barcelona took an early advantage in the 28th minute when Pedri fired home a brilliant strike. Real Madrid responded strongly after halftime, with Kylian Mbappé curling in a free-kick to equalize before Aurélien Tchouaméni headed Los Blancos into the lead.

Just when it seemed Madrid might take control, Barcelona struck back. Ferran Torres leveled the score with a crucial goal late in the second half, forcing extra time between the two Spanish giants.

As fatigue set in and penalties loomed, Koundé stepped up. In the 116th minute, the French defender pounced on a defensive lapse, driving a low, powerful shot from 25 yards out into the bottom corner, sending the Barcelona fans into raptures.

The tension didn’t end with the final whistle. Real Madrid’s frustration boiled over, with Antonio Rüdiger, Lucas Vázquez, and Jude Bellingham all shown red cards for dissent and unsportsmanlike conduct. Rüdiger, in particular, had to be restrained after angrily throwing an ice pack at the referee, a sign of Madrid’s bitter disappointment.

For Barcelona, this victory marks the first major trophy under manager Hansi Flick and keeps alive their hopes of a historic treble this season. With experienced leaders like Pedri and exciting young talents like Lamine Yamal stepping up, Barcelona’s future looks bright under Flick’s stewardship.

The Catalan side now shifts its focus back to La Liga and the Champions League, hoping to build on the momentum from this hard-fought triumph. As celebrations erupt across Barcelona, the latest El Clásico once again proves why it remains one of the greatest spectacles in world
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