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WATCH: Stunning Julian Alvarez strike sends Copa del Rey final to extra time
TL;DR
Julian Alvarez's stunning strike sent the Copa del Rey final into extra time after Atletico Madrid leveled against Real Sociedad. The match featured the fastest goal in Copa del Rey final history by Ander Barrenetxea.
Key points
- Julian Alvarez scored a stunning strike
- Copa del Rey final went to extra time
- Ander Barrenetxea scored the fastest goal in final history
- Atletico Madrid equalized twice during the match
- Mikel Oyarzabal converted a penalty for Real Sociedad
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WATCH: Stunning Julian Alvarez strike sends Copa del Rey final to extra time
Atletico Madrid have responded well to twice going behind in the Copa del Rey final, and they have levelled late on against Real Sociedad at La Cartuja.
It was the start of dreams for La Real, as Ander Barrenetxea headed them in front after 15 seconds, which was the fastest goal in Copa del Rey final history. It was a fine cross from Goncalo Guedes, and the winger’s effort was just out of the reach of Atleti goalkeeper Juan Musso.
Ademola Lookman fired home Atleti’s first equaliser of the night on 19 minutes, although they trailed once again when Musso’s foul on Guedes allowed Mikel Oyarzabal to score from the penalty spot in first half stoppage time.
Alvarez brings Atleti back level on 83 minutes
The second half has been completely dominated by Atleti, but it has taken until the 83rd minute for La Real’s defence to be breached for the second time. It’s been done so in fine style by Julian Alvarez, who found the top corner after being set up by compatriot .
Q&A
What was the fastest goal in Copa del Rey final history?
The fastest goal in Copa del Rey final history was scored by Ander Barrenetxea just 15 seconds into the match.
How did Atletico Madrid equalize in the Copa del Rey final?
Atletico Madrid equalized through Ademola Lookman, who scored on 19 minutes after trailing early in the match.
What led to Real Sociedad's penalty in the Copa del Rey final?
Real Sociedad was awarded a penalty after Atletico Madrid's Juan Musso fouled Goncalo Guedes, allowing Mikel Oyarzabal to score.
