Atletico stun Barcelona in Super Cup

Friday, 10 January 2020 11:12

Atletico Madrid fought back to beat Barcelona 3-2 in the semifinals of the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.

Koke had put Atletico in front at the start of the second half but Lionel Messi levelled in the 51st minute.

Antoine Griezmann then made it 2-1 for Barca in the 65th minute but Alvaro Morata equalised from the penalty spot (81’) and Argentinian forward Ángel Correa struck the winner in the 86th minute.

Atletico will face city rivals Real Madrid in the final at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah on Sunday.

Real had beaten Valencia 3-1 in the other semifinal, played on Wednesday.

More from Sport

Infantino gets lifeline with African support, UEFA maintains World Cup boycott threat

FIFA President Gianni Infantino received a lifeline on Thursday when the Confederation of African Football (CAF) unanimously backed his leadership, but the support from one of the largest voting blocs is unlikely to end scrutiny on how the sport is governed globally.
Fujairah to host World Junior Chess Championship

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has awarded the Fujairah Chess and Culture Club the right to host the 2027 FIDE World Junior Under-20 Chess Championship, marking another major sporting event for the UAE.
Salah signs two-year deal with Trabzonspor

Mohamed Salah has signed a two-year deal with Trabzonspor, under which the Egypt forward will receive 17 million euros ($19.6 million) a season, the Turkish club said on Thursday.
French rugby club Stade Francais sent ransom after cyberattack

Stade Francais said on Thursday that it had been the victim of a cyberattack that affected part of its information system.
Uruguay appoint Forlan as head coach after World Cup debacle

Diego Forlan has been named head coach of Uruguay's senior and Under-20s sides, the country's FA (AUF) announced on Thursday.

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

Afternoons with Helen Farmer
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Every weekday afternoon, Helen Farmer will help you to navigate the highs and lows of life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what’s happening and where to go.
The Debrief
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Join Dane on Dubai Eye 103.8 for The Debrief from 4pm to 7pm, the perfect way to unwind after a busy day at the office.

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the USA
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
New iPhone Launch - Too Soon For Apple?
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Working From Home or Hardly Working?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?

On Dubai Eye

Is There Sufficient House Supply In UAE
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Noon's First Female Delivery Driver
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!

Search Dubai Eye 103.8

Atletico stun Barcelona in Super Cup

More from Sport

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go

Search Dubai Eye 103.8

Atletico stun Barcelona in Super Cup

Share

More from Sport

Coming Up on Dubai Eye

BUSINESS BREAKFAST LATEST

On Dubai Eye

Our Shows

Quick Links

Listen on the Go