Atletico Madrid and FC Barcelona will be clashing on Thursday for the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals.

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona meet in the first leg of the 2025/26 Copa del Rey semifinal. Fans in the United States can watch the matchup live, with full kickoff information and broadcast options available for both TV and streaming platforms.

Barcelona have managed to reverse their poor start to the season, imposing a forceful offensive rhythm led by Lamine Yamal. However, their defensive problems could continue, as a defensive star is attracting the attention of two Premier League teams, raising doubts about his future.

Barcelona enter the Copa del Rey semifinals as clear favorites, having gone six consecutive matches unbeaten. However, Hansi Flick faces a significant challenge, as he will be unable to rely on either Raphinha or Marcus Rashford for the clash against Atlético Madrid.

With reports revealing interest from Premier League giants, an FC Barcelona captain has opened the door for Julian Alvarez to join them.

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Real Madrid shared a statement about the future of the European Super League

In light of their evident defensive problems, Barcelona are reportedly targeting a €50 million star. However, Hansi Flick has suffered a major setback, as Real Madrid have supposedly taken the lead in securing his arrival for the 2026–27 season.

Before facing Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick sent a pointed message about Real Madrid.

Despite Barcelona’s dominant form, they face a significant setback ahead of the Copa del Rey semifinals against Atlético Madrid. A key teammate of Lamine Yamal has missed the latest training session and been ruled out of the match, complicating Hansi Flick’s plan.

Chicago Fire are reportedly accelerating negotiations for Robert Lewandowski, and now a Major League Soccer player and teammate of the striker in Poland has weighed in.

Barcelona's Lamine Yamal admitted he doesn't always watch soccer

Lionel Messi's Argentina won the U-20 World Cup in 2005 with a rare habit, according to Spain's Fernando Llorente.

Despite regaining their winning consistency, Barcelona face a major setback ahead of their Copa del Rey clash against Atlético Madrid. A key Lamine Yamal’s teammate reportedly missed the team’s most recent group training session, raising doubts about his availability for the match.