FCB Faces Uphill Battle in Copa del Rey Semi-Final

FC Barcelona is facing a daunting challenge as they head into the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final against Atletico Madrid, trailing 4-0 from the first leg. The match is scheduled to kick off at 1:30 AM IST on March 4, 2026, at Camp Nou in Barcelona.

Fans in India will have the opportunity to watch the match live streamed on the Fancode app and website, although it will not be broadcast on television. To access the stream, fans need to purchase a subscription pass for Rs 29, or a Copa del Rey pass for Rs 49.

Historically, FC Barcelona has had a competitive edge over Atletico Madrid, with 113 wins in 250 meetings, compared to Atletico’s 80 victories. Additionally, Barcelona has scored a total of 467 goals against Atletico Madrid, while Atletico has netted 370 goals in their encounters.

The current situation echoes FC Barcelona’s remarkable comeback against PSG in the 2016-17 Champions League, where they overturned a 4-0 deficit in the second leg. However, the team will need to summon a similar level of determination and skill to overcome Atletico Madrid’s significant lead.

As the match approaches, observers are keen to see if FC Barcelona can replicate such a historic comeback or if Atletico Madrid will secure their place in the final. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on Barcelona to perform in front of their home crowd.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to team lineups or strategies that may affect the outcome of this crucial match.