Late Goals, Sharp Precision: Barcelona Grind Past Guadalajara to Advance in Copa del Rey
16 December 2025
Match recap
Barcelona avoided a cup upset, edging Guadalajara, a third-division side, in a tense Copa del Rey Round of 32 clash.
The game was staged at the Pedro Escartín Stadium, and Barca fought back to claim a 2-0 victory with late goals.
The goals came from Andreas Christensen in the 76th minute and Marcus Rashford in the 90th, sealing Barcelona’s progress in the competition.
Watch Barcelona's win highlights in the Copa del Rey.
Sniper joke 1: Barca's late goals were so precise, the scoreboard filed a complaint for excessive accuracy.
Sniper joke 2: Guadalajara learned that in cup football, patience is a virtue—unless the other team brings the finish line to your door.
