Five different scorers send Diego Simeone’s side emphatically into the Copa del Rey semifinals
Atletico Madrid delivered a statement performance in Seville, producing a ruthless display that underlined their title ambitions in Spain’s premier domestic cup.
Atletico Take Early Control
Atletico Madrid recorded a commanding 5-0 victory over Real Betis in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville on Thursday night, February 5, 2026. The win secured Atletico a place in the semifinals of Spain’s domestic cup, according to official Copa del Rey records cited by Antara.
Betis Threat Falls Flat
Real Betis briefly threatened to take an early lead in the fifth minute when Abde Ezzalzouli fired a shot toward goal, but his effort drifted wide. That missed chance proved costly as Atletico quickly seized control of the match and dictated the tempo from midfield.
Hancko Breaks the Deadlock
Atletico opened the scoring in the 12th minute through David Hancko, who converted a corner kick to give Los Rojiblancos a 1-0 advantage. The goal further settled Diego Simeone’s side, which continued pressing Betis deep into their own half.
Simeone and Lookman Extend Lead
Giuliano Simeone doubled Atletico’s lead in the 30th minute with a clinical finish that beat Betis goalkeeper Adrian. Seven minutes later, winter signing Ademola Lookman added a third goal after his powerful shot proved too strong to stop, sending Atletico into halftime with a commanding 3-0 lead.
Griezmann Maintains Pressure
The second half saw no letup from Atletico Madrid. In the 62nd minute, Lookman turned provider, delivering an assist that Antoine Griezmann calmly converted to make it 4-0. Atletico’s attacking movement continued to stretch Betis, who struggled to regain composure.
Almada Completes the Rout
Thiago Almada capped the dominant performance in the 83rd minute, pouncing on a rebound inside the penalty box to score Atletico’s fifth goal. Despite continued pressure in the closing minutes, the scoreline remained unchanged until the final whistle.
Semifinal Draw Awaits
With the emphatic victory, Atletico Madrid advanced to the Copa del Rey semifinals, where they will face either Athletic Club, Barcelona, or Real Sociedad. The official draw is scheduled to take place on Friday, February 6, 2026, local time.
Atletico Madrid’s dominant display reinforced their status as serious contenders for the Copa del Rey title this season. For football fans in Indonesia and Singapore who closely follow European competitions, the result highlights Atletico’s depth, tactical discipline, and growing momentum as the tournament enters its decisive stages.
Sources: Antara News (2026) , VOI ID (2026)
Keywords: Atletico Madrid Win, Copa Del Rey 2026, Real Betis Loss, Diego Simeone, Spanish Cup
