Dembélé Winner Seals Copa del Rey Triumph for Barcelona
Barca Downs Real Sociedad 1-0 to Claim First Title Since 2021
Ousmane Dembélé's Clinical Strike Proves Decisive
Barcelona secured their first trophy in two years after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Real Sociedad in the final of the Copa del Rey. Ousmane Dembélé emerged as the hero for the Catalans, scoring the only goal of the game in the 64th minute.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances throughout the 90 minutes. Real Sociedad had the better of the early exchanges, but Barcelona gradually grew into the game and took control of possession.
The decisive moment came midway through the second half when Dembélé latched onto a through ball from Jordi Alba and fired a low shot into the bottom corner. The Frenchman's goal sent the Barcelona fans into raptures and proved to be enough to secure the victory.
Barcelona's triumph marks their first Copa del Rey title since 2021 and their 31st overall. It is a significant achievement for manager Xavi Hernández, who has overseen a significant improvement in the team's performances since his appointment in November 2021.
The victory will also provide a much-needed boost to Barcelona's confidence as they continue their push for the La Liga title. The Catalans currently sit three points clear of Real Madrid at the top of the standings and will be looking to maintain their advantage in the coming weeks.
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