Copa del Rey

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Athletic Bilbao Triumphs in Copa del Rey Final After 40-Year Wait

Athletic Bilbao Athletic Bilbao - Copa del Rey - Julen Agirrezabala - Mallorca - Raul García

Athletic Bilbao clinches 24th Copa del Rey title in dramatic penalty shootout win over Mallorca. Fans clash ahead of final with Bilbao ultras causing trouble.

In a thrilling Copa del Rey final, Athletic Bilbao secured their 24th title by defeating Mallorca in a tense penalty shootout. The Basque side ended a 40-year drought of Copa del Rey victories, marking a historic moment for the club. The match saw goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala as the hero, saving a crucial penalty and paving the way for Bilbao's triumph. The dramatic victory left fans on the edge of their seats as Bilbao emerged victorious over Mallorca, showcasing their resilience and determination.

Prior to the final, tensions ran high as Mallorca and Bilbao fans clashed, with reports of Bilbao ultras inciting trouble. Despite the pre-match disturbances, the on-field action captivated viewers, culminating in a nail-biting penalty shootout. Mallorca put up a strong fight, but Bilbao's skill and composure ultimately secured the coveted Copa del Rey title. The celebratory atmosphere after the final whistle reflected the long-awaited success of Athletic Bilbao, with fans rejoicing in the triumph over their opponents.

In a remarkable turn of events, Athletic Bilbao's victory not only ended their Copa del Rey title drought but also showcased their unwavering determination to succeed. The penalty shootout heroics of goalkeeper Agirrezabala will be remembered as a crucial moment in Bilbao's journey to victory. Despite the challenges faced both on and off the pitch, the Basque side's resilience and teamwork proved to be the winning formula, solidifying their place in Copa del Rey history.

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Athletic beat Mallorca on penalties to win Copa del Rey (BBC News)

Athletic Bilbao end their run of six successive Copa del Rey final defeats as they earn a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Mallorca to end their ...

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Athletic Club beat Mallorca in Copa del Rey final to end 40-year ... (The Guardian)

Bilbao have clinched their 24th Copa del Rey title after winning 4-2 on penalties against Real Mallorca.

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Athletic Bilbao beats Mallorca on penalties to win first Copa del Rey ... (The Hindu)

Athletic goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala saved a penalty by Manuel Morlanes, while Mallorca's Nemanja Radonjic shot high. Raul García, Iker Muniain, Mikel Vesga , ...

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Athletic beat Mallorca on penalties to win Copa del Rey (FRANCE 24)

The Basque side lifted the trophy for the 24th time, behind only 31-time winners Barcelona, as they edged underdogs Mallorca at La Cartuja stadium in ...

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Mallorca and Bilbao fans clash ahead of the Copa del Rey final (Majorca Daily Bulletin)

The trouble is said to have been started by Bilbao ultras. Flares, smoke canisters, stones and chairs were thrown when around fifty ultras invaded an area ...

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Athletic Bilbao clinch Copa del Rey glory and end their 40-YEAR ... (Daily Mail)

PETE JENSON IN SEVILLE: When the game went to penalties, Mallorca players celebrated like a victory. They had resisted for so long and now they fancied ...

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Athletic Club 1-1 Mallorca (4-2 on penalties): Bilbao claim Copa del ... (Eurosport.com ASIA)

Athletic Bilbao ended a 40-year wait to get their hands on the Copa del Rey as they beat Mallorca 4-2 on penalties.

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Fans rejoice as Athletic Bilbao win Copa del Rey for first title since ... (WION)

Fans took the streets in celebration Saturday (April 6) after Athletic Bilbao beat Mallorca 4-2 on penalties to win their 24th Copa del Rey title and their ...

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Athletic Club dramatically end 40-year wait with Copa del Rey triumph (Optus Sport)

Raul Garcia, Iker Muniain, Mikel Vesga and Berenguer, who were all introduced from the bench, scored from the spot as keeper Julen Agirrezabala saved from Manu ...

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Copa del Rey Final Livestream: Watch Athletic Club vs. Mallorca ... (Variety)

How to watch the 2024 Copa del Rey final soccer tournament online without cable: find a live feed to stream Athletic Bilbao vs. Real Mallorca on ESPN+.

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Athletic Bilbao end 4-decade trophy wait with Copa del Rey title (Daily Sabah)

Athletic Bilbao won their first silverware since 1984 Saturday when they beat Mallorca 4-2 on penalties to clinch a 24th Copa del Rey title. Athletic have.

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Athletic Club Prepares 'The Barge' For Copa Del Rey Celebration (Forbes)

Copa del Rey champions Athletic Club will travel on 'La Gabarra' as part of their celebrations, marking its first use in 40 years as they celebrate their ...

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Athletic Beat Mallorca On Penalties To Win Copa Del Rey (Barron's)

Athletic Bilbao ended a 40-year wait to win the Copa del Rey by beating Real Mallorca 4-2 on penalties on Saturday following a 1-1 draw after extra time.

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Copa del Rey triumph rewards finest Athletic in 40 years (Yahoo Sports)

Ernesto Valverde has won league titles in Spain and Greece and the Copa del Rey with Barcelona as both player and coach, but the Athletic Bilbao manager ...

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Copa del Rey triumph rewards finest Athletic in 40 years (FRANCE 24)

Ernesto Valverde has won league titles in Spain and Greece and the Copa del Rey with Barcelona as both player and coach, but the Athletic Bilbao manager ...

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VIDEO: Absolute scenes in Bilbao! Athletic Club fans watch Copa ... (Goal.com)

Athletic Club fans packed out their home ground to watch Bilbao win the Copa del Rey following a penalty shootout win over Mallorca.

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