Barcelona 3-0 Atletico Madrid Player Ratings: Marc Bernal 9.5/10 MOTM as Blaugrana Nearly Pulled Off Historic Copa del Rey Remontada

FC Barcelona delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Atletico Madrid at the Camp Nou, but it wasn’t enough to book a place in the final. Despite a dominant display and three unanswered goals on the night, Barcelona fell short on aggregate as Atletico narrowly progressed 4-3 across the two legs.

From the first whistle, Barcelona played with urgency and belief, pressing high and overwhelming the home side’s structure. Marc Bernal’s brace and a composed Raphinha penalty turned the stadium into a cauldron of hope, as the hosts threatened to complete a famous turnaround.

However, Diego Simeone’s side showed resilience when it mattered most. Even under relentless pressure, Atletico Madrid held firm in the tie overall, surviving the 3-0 defeat on the night to edge through to the final by the slimmest of margins in a dramatic Copa del Rey semi-final. Here are Sportsdunia's Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid player ratings.

Key Takeaways

• Barcelona won 3-0 on the night but were eliminated 4-3 on aggregate.
• Marc Bernal starred with two crucial goals in a near-remontada effort.
• Atletico Madrid showed defensive resilience to protect their first-leg advantage.
• The tie swung dramatically, but the aggregate margin ultimately favored Atletico.

FC Barcelona Player Ratings vs Atletico Madrid

Here are the Barcelona player ratings vs Atletico Madrid.

Goalkeeper

Joan García - 7.0: He didn't have a huge amount to do, which tells you everything about his team's dominance. We noticed he was calm and collected when called upon. Made a couple of solid saves, including one from Julián Alvarez. His distribution was nearly perfect, keeping possession ticking over. A clean sheet and a comfortable evening's work for the keeper.

Defenders

João Cancelo - 8.5: What stood out to us was his relentless energy up and down the flank. He was a constant attacking outlet and provided a beautiful cross for Bernal's second goal. Defensively, he was solid for the most part, though he did pick up a yellow card. Lost possession a few times, but his creative contributions far outweighed any minor slips.

Pau Cubarsí - 7.5: Another incredibly mature performance from the young defender. His calmness on the ball is something to behold, completing 95 of his 100 passes. He made crucial clearances and interceptions, reading the game exceptionally well.

Jules Koundé - 5.5: It's a tough rating to give because his night was cut short by an unfortunate injury after just 13 minutes. He didn't have time to make any real impact on the game. We can't really judge him on such a short appearance. Hopefully, Kounde's injury isn't too serious.

Gerard Martín - 7.5: A very solid and dependable performance at the back. He was positionally sound and won all of his duels. His pass accuracy was an incredible 95%, ensuring Barcelona maintained control from the back. He even ventured forward and had a shot go just over the bar late on.

Midfielders

Pedri - 8.0: The maestro in midfield. He was everywhere, recovering the ball 13 times, which is just incredible. His clever movement won the penalty that changed the complexion of the game entirely. He controlled the tempo, linked play beautifully, and drew four fouls from a frustrated Atletico midfield.

Lamine Yamal - 9.0: Simply electric. Every time he got the ball, you felt something was going to happen. He terrorized Matteo Ruggeri, completing 11 successful dribbles. Provided the assist for the opening goal and created four chances in total. His confidence is sky-high, and he was a joy to watch.

Raphinha - 8.0: A busy and effective performance. He dispatched his penalty with absolute confidence to give his side a crucial 2-0 lead. He worked tirelessly, recovering the ball nine times and always looking to make things happen. Sometimes his final ball was a bit wayward, but his goal and work rate were vital.

Fermín López - 7.0: Brought his typical energy and intensity to the midfield for the 64 minutes he was on the pitch. He was a nuisance for the opposition, making three tackles and always looking to press. Had a couple of shots, one hitting the woodwork, before being substituted.

Marc Bernal - 9.5: The highest-rated player and our man of the match, without a doubt. A stunning performance from the midfielder. To score two goals in a cup semi-final is special. His first was a poacher's finish, and his second was a well-placed shot. He had five shots in total, with four on target, showing his attacking intent all game.

Forwards

Ferran Torres - 6.0: It was a difficult night for him personally. He seemed to struggle to find his rhythm and missed a couple of decent chances. He worked hard but never really looked like scoring. It wasn't a surprise to see him substituted after 64 minutes.

Manager

H. Flick - 8.5: Got his tactics spot on. His team dominated possession, pressed with intensity, and was clinical when it mattered. The decision to give players like Bernal and Yamal freedom to attack paid off spectacularly. The substitutions were managed well, and the team never let their intensity drop.

Atletico Madrid Player Ratings vs Barcelona

Check out the Atletico Madrid player ratings against Barcelona.

Goalkeeper

Juan Musso - 7.0: Honestly, he was Atletico's best player, which says a lot. He made six saves, and without him, the scoreline could have easily been five or six. He could do little about the three goals he conceded. He was let down badly by the defense in front of him.

Defenders

Matteo Ruggeri - 4.0: A truly torrid evening for the left-back. He was dribbled past a staggering six times, mostly by the unplayable Lamine Yamal. He looked completely out of his depth and couldn't cope with the pace and trickery of Barcelona's attack.

Marcos Llorente - 6.0: He tried his best to hold the line, making a number of clearances and tackles. But he was part of a defensive unit that was completely dismantled. He showed his usual work rate but was fighting a losing battle against a superior attacking force.

Dávid Hancko - 5.5: He was busy, making eight clearances, but he also looked shaky under pressure. He was part of a backline that was disorganized and struggled to communicate. Barcelona's movement was too much for him and his partners. Not his finest hour.

Marc Pubill - 4.5: A very difficult game for the defender. His clumsy challenge on Pedri gave away the penalty right before halftime, which was a killer blow. He made seven clearances but also looked vulnerable throughout.

Midfielders

Johnny Cardoso - 5.0: The midfield battle was completely lost, and Cardoso was a passenger for large parts of it. He was overrun by Barcelona's technical superiority and energy. He committed three fouls out of frustration and failed to provide any defensive screen.

Koke - 5.5: As the captain, we expected him to rally his troops, but he was ineffective. He was unable to get a foothold in the game and was chasing shadows for most of his time on the pitch. Substituted before the hour mark, which summed up his lack of impact.

Giuliano Simeone - 5.0: Largely anonymous. He lost possession 12 times and had an error that led to a shot. He offered very little going forward or defensively. It felt like the game just passed him by completely. He was eventually subbed off after an injury scare.

Ademola Lookman - 5.5: He showed a few flashes of intent but ultimately couldn't make a difference. He was dispossessed a couple of times and lost the ball frequently. He had one decent headed chance but couldn't convert. He was substituted before 60 minutes, unable to leave his mark.

Forwards

Antoine Griezmann - 6.5: He was one of the few Atletico players who looked like he could create something. He dropped deep, worked hard, and created three chances for his teammates. However, he was fighting a lone battle. He had one shot on target but was mostly starved of service and support.

Julián Alvarez - 6.0: Ran his socks off as he always does, but to little effect. He was isolated up front and had to feed off scraps. Managed one shot on target but was well-marshaled by Barcelona's defense.

Manager

D. Simeone - 4.5: He got this one badly wrong. His team was set up in a way that couldn't handle Barcelona's press or attacking flair. They were passive, disorganized, and offered no real threat. His substitutions didn't change the flow of the game, and they looked well beaten long before the final whistle.

Man of the Match

Marc Bernal was Sportsdunia's Man of the Match.

Worst Performer

Matteo Ruggeri was the worst performer.