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Barcelona's Copa del Rey Dreams Crushed: Athletic Club's Triumph and Xavi's Dilemma

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Find out how Athletic Bilbao shattered Barcelona's hopes in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals and Xavi Hernandez's uncertain future. Did you know FC Barcelona Femení's revenue surged by 74%?

Barcelona suffered a devastating blow in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals as Athletic Club emerged victorious with a 4-2 win, knocking Barcelona out of the competition. The match showcased Nico Williams' impressive goal, leading Athletic Club to the semifinals and leaving Barcelona fans in disbelief. The game analysis highlighted Athletic Bilbao's exceptional performance, overshadowing Barcelona's struggles under Xavi's coaching.

Amidst Barcelona's midfield crisis, the club is frantically searching for a temporary solution after Gavi's injury. The pressure is mounting on Xavi Hernandez, with speculation arising about his possible resignation following the disappointing defeat. Additionally, Lamine Yamal's notable performance for Barcelona wasn't enough to secure a win against the dominant Athletic Club.

On the brighter side, FC Barcelona Femení's revenue soared by 74%, solidifying their position as European champions. This remarkable growth showcases the increasing popularity and success of women's football, with Barcelona leading the way in financial achievements. Despite the setback in the Copa del Rey, Barcelona is still a force to be reckoned with, both on the men's and women's football fronts.

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Athletic Club 4-2 Barcelona (25 Jan, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN ... (ESPN Australia)

Nico Williams scores a nice goal as Athletic Bilbao advance to the semifinals of the Copa del Rey. ByReuters.

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Athletic Bilbao vs Barcelona, Copa del Rey: Match Thread, Live ... (Barca Blaugranes)

KICKOFF! Athletic 0-0 Barcelona: And we're underway in Bilbao! WELCOME TO THE ESTADIO DE SAN MAMÉS!!! This spectacular football cathedral in beautiful ...

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Barcelona target cut-price midfielder after Premier League clubs ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Catalan giants are scrambling for a short-term solution in midfield, with Gavi currently out injured, but rivals have grown irritated with their ...

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Barcelona's L'illa Mall added to ISE programme of Tech Tours (AV Magazine)

The tour will showcase aspects of the mall's architecture and design, with an emphasis on the innovative lighting concept, comprising more than 200000 ...

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Barcelona player ratings vs Athletic Club: Time up for Xavi? Lamine ... (Goal.com)

Athletic Club turned in a counterattacking clinic against a languid Barcelona, who crashed out of the Copa del Rey despite a fine showing from Lamine Yamal.

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Athletic Club vs Barcelona LIVE: Possible lineups and latest updates ... (MARCA.com)

Athletic Club vs Barcelona - Possible lineups Athletic Club will be without Mikel Vesga, Oscar De Marcos, and Dani Garcia due to existing injuries. In.

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Spanish Copa del Rey 2024: How to watch Barcelona vs Athletic ... (pennlive.com)

Two more big matches are set to unfold in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals, as Mallorca battles Girona and FC Barcelona clashes with Athletic Club at 1:30 ...

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FC Barcelona Versus Athletic Club Copa Del Rey Quarterfinal ... (Forbes)

FC Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez will go for broke with his lineup set to be deployed against Athletic Club in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals on ...

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Athletic Club - Barcelona live online: scores, stats and updates ... (AS English)

Live updates as Athletic Club face Barcelona at San Mamés, Bilbao, in the Copa del Rey today, Wednesday, January 24, 2024. Kick-off: 15:30 p.m. ET.

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Williams scores on return from Africa Cup to help Athletic beat ... (The Washington Post)

Iñaki Williams has scored in extra time on the same day he returned from Ghana's early elimination in the Africa Cup of Nations as Athletic Bilbao beat ...

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FC Barcelona Coach Xavi Discusses Potentially Resigning After ... (Forbes)

FC Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez discussed potentially leaving his post after the Catalans lost 4-2 to Athletic Club in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals ...

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Barcelona vs. Villarreal - Football Match Preview - January 28, 2024 ... (ESPN Australia)

Robert Lewandowski (ninth) and Gerard Moreno (sixth) battle in a game featuring two of the top scorers in LaLiga when FC Barcelona hosts Villarreal CF on ...

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Barcelona knocked out of Copa del Rey by Bilbao (BBC Sport)

Barcelona are knocked out of the Copa del Rey by Athletic Bilbao after losing their quarter-final 4-2 at San Mames.

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Barcelona on verge of big things with or without me - Xavi - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández said the club have a bright future with or without him in charge after Wednesday's 4-2 Copa del Rey quarterfinal loss to ...

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Barcelona knocked out of Cup as Athletic hit extra-time double (Reuters)

Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona 4-2 at home to knock them out of the Copa del Rey on Wednesday as brothers Inaki and Nico Williams struck in extra time in a ...

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Williams scores on return from Africa Cup to help Athletic beat ... (The Associated Press)

Iñaki Williams has scored in extra time on the same day he returned from Ghana's early elimination in the Africa Cup of Nations as Athletic Bilbao beat ...

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Athletic extra-time double knocks Barcelona out of Cup (Cessnock Advertiser)

Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona 4-2 at home to knock them out of the Copa del Rey as brothers Inaki and Nico Williams struck in extra time in a breathtaking ...

FC Barcelona Femení Revenue Up 74% According To Deloitte ... (Forbes)

The European champions, FC Barcelona have stretched the gap between themselves and other women's clubs by generating revenue of $14.6 million according to ...

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