Atletico Madrid storms into Copa del Rey semifinals with 5-0 win
Giovanni Simeone starred with a brace, scoring in the 8th and 17th minutes to put Atletico in control early.
KATHMANDU: Atletico Madrid cruised into the Copa del Rey semifinals with a commanding 5-0 victory over Getafe on Tuesday.
Giovanni Simeone starred with a brace, scoring in the 8th and 17th minutes to put Atletico in control early.
Samuel Lino added a third in the 42nd minute, giving Diego Simeone’s side a comfortable 3-0 lead at halftime.
Angel Correa netted in the 78th minute, and Alexander Sørloth sealed the dominant win with a goal four minutes from time.
Atletico, currently second in La Liga, showcased their title credentials with an emphatic performance.
The Copa del Rey quarterfinals continue on Wednesday, with Real Madrid facing Leganés, while Real Sociedad takes on Osasuna.
On Thursday, 31-time winners Barcelona will battle Valencia for a spot in the final four.
