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Barça Strikes Out Again: Basketball Woes Mount After Copa del Rey Exit

5 March 2026

Barça Strikes Out Again: Basketball Woes Mount After Copa del Rey Exit
Barça's basketball woes deepen after a Copa del Rey exit and a EuroLeague loss.

Recent setback for Barça in basketball

More bad news hits Barcelona as the basketball squad endures another shock, coming after their football team bowed out of the Copa del Rey.

Barcelona had already been knocked out of the tournament in the semifinals, losing 0-4 away to Atlético Madrid and winning 3-0 at home in the return.

They then fell 84-87 to Armani Milano in the EuroLeague basketball clash on Thursday.

Sport noted Barca's third straight loss in the competition, and despite a late rally in the final period, the comeback was not enough to avoid defeat.

The club now faces a tough path to reach the knockout rounds unless performances improve quickly.

Punchline 1: If defense were a dessert, Barça would serve crackers.

Punchline 2: Maybe it's time for a reverse-psychology pep talk—tell the opponents they will win, and watch Barça deliver the opposite punchline.

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Emma Amme

I am Emma Amme, an English sports journalist born in 1998. Passionate about astronomy, contemporary dance, and handcrafted woodworking, I share my sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which competitions did Barça's teams exit?

The football team exited the Copa del Rey in the semifinals, while the basketball team lost to Armani Milano in the EuroLeague.

What was the score against Armani Milano?

Barça were defeated 84-87 in the EuroLeague clash.

What is the current outlook for Barça?

They face a tough path to the knockout rounds unless performance improves quickly.