Ademola Lookman will face Barcelona when Atletico Madrid welcome the Catalan giants to the Metropolitano on Thursday (today) for the first leg of their Copa del Rey semi-final clash, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The Copa del Rey represents a significant opportunity for Diego Simeone’s side, who secured their semi-final spot emphatically by dismantling Real Betis 5-0 in the quarter-finals, with Lookman scoring on his debut. Lookman has added an attacking edge to Simeone’s side since joining from Atalanta during the winter transfer window. Barcelona, meanwhile, arrive in formidable form, having won their last six matches in all competitions, scoring at least twice in each of those victories. They remain in contention for multiple trophies, having progressed to the Champions League last 16 and eyeing another Copa del Rey final appearance as part of a potential treble charge.

Source: Punch February 12, 2026 03:07 UTC