Bernal Gets 9, Yamal With 8.5 | Barcelona Players Rated In Impressive Win Vs Atletico Madrid

Barcelona produced a stirring performance at Camp Nou on Tuesday night, defeating Atlético Madrid 3-0 in the second leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final, yet the Catalans bowed out of the competition 4-3 on aggregate after last month’s 4-0 reverse at the Metropolitano. Still, Hansi Flick’s side restored pride with a dominant display that was lit up by teenage midfielder Marc Bernal, whose brace earned him a 9-out-of-10 rating and the undisputed man-of-the-match accolade.

Bernal struck first on 29 minutes, steering home the opening goal to ignite hopes of an unlikely comeback, and he repeated the feat in the 72nd minute to round off a polished individual display. Raphinha added the second from the spot deep into first-half stoppage time, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way after a foul in the area.

Despite the early loss of Jules Koundé to injury in the 12th minute, Barcelona controlled proceedings. The back line, marshalled by Martín and supported by a calm display from the goalkeeper, preserved a clean sheet, while the full-backs offered width and security. In midfield, Bernal’s energy was complemented by crisp distribution from his partner, who linked play effectively and kept the tempo high.

Winger Lamine Yamal tormented the visitors with darting runs and creative dribbles, registering an assist for the third goal and earning an 8.5 rating. Raphinha, operating on the opposite flank, proved a persistent nuisance before converting his penalty, while the centre-forward worked tirelessly but could not add to the tally. Substitutes introduced later in the contest provided fresh legs: Rashford showed flashes of intent but lacked a cutting edge, and another late arrival caused occasional problems without altering the scoreline.

The result will offer encouragement to Flick and the supporters even as the cup dream ends. Barcelona’s youngsters, led by Bernal and Yamal, underlined their potential on a night when the Camp Nou crowd witnessed both a victory and a statement of intent for the future.

Barcelona player ratings: Goalkeeper – 7 Kounde – 6 Martín – 7 Full-back – 7 Midfielder – 7 Bernal – 9 Yamal – 8.5 Centre-forward – 6.5 Raphinha – 7.5 Substitute defender – 6.5 Rashford – 6.5 Late winger – 6.5