By Barcelona, Spain – March 12, 2025 – FC Barcelona Femení delivered a stunning performance, crushing Real Madrid Femenino with an 8-1 aggregate score in the semifinals of the Copa de la Reina, Spain’s prestigious women’s soccer cup competition. Mundo Deportivo broke the news on X at 19:51 UTC, sharing an image of Barcelona’s star player celebrating in the team’s iconic red-and-blue striped jersey, adorned with the Spotify logo, against a backdrop of the match’s overwhelming result.
La semifinal de la Copa de la Reina entre @FCBfemeni y @realmadridfem se salda con un global de – pic.twitter.com/nLEzDdiXOc
— Mundo Deportivo (@mundodeportivo) March 12, 2025
The two-leg semifinal showcased Barcelona’s dominance in women’s soccer, with the Catalan club outscoring their rivals 5-0 in the first leg and 3-1 in the second. Barcelona’s relentless attack, led by players like Alexia Putellas, Aitana Bonmatí, and Salma Paralluelo, overwhelmed Real Madrid’s defense, solidifying their status as Spain’s most successful women’s team. The Copa de la Reina, established in 1983, is a knockout tournament that crowns the national champion, and Barcelona’s victory brings them closer to adding another title to their impressive haul, which includes nine league titles, ten Copas de la Reina, and multiple UEFA Women’s Champions League crowns.
Real Madrid Femenino, despite their growth in recent years, struggled to match Barcelona’s intensity, marking another chapter in their rivalry within Spain’s Primera División Femenina. The match, played at Barcelona’s Johan Cruyff Stadium and Madrid’s Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium, drew thousands of fans, reflecting the growing popularity of women’s soccer in Spain and globally.
The image shared by Mundo Deportivo captured the joy of Barcelona’s players, with the No. 12 jersey prominently displayed, symbolizing the team’s unity and spirit. This result not only highlights Barcelona’s tactical superiority but also underscores the increasing competitiveness and visibility of women’s soccer, inspiring a new generation of players and fans.
As Barcelona advances to the Copa de la Reina final, set for later in March, their dominance reaffirms their position as a powerhouse in the sport. For Real Madrid, the defeat serves as motivation to regroup and challenge Barcelona in future competitions, keeping the rivalry alive in Spain’s thriving women’s soccer scene.
