Video 👇 Barcelona were made to win the hard way against Real Betis on Thursday as they strived to earn a berth in the final of the Supercopa de Espana. The Verdiblancos began the game tamely but were never short in spirit or intent as they equalised two times to force the game to a penalty shootout.
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| Barcelona players celebrate after beating Real Betis in the Super Cup semi finals on penalties 4-2. The Catalans will play against Real Madrid in the final of the tournament. Photo: @FCBarcelona |
Robert Lewandowski opened the scoring late in the first half before Nabil Fekir equalised in the second period. Ansu Fati’s golazo restored the Catalans’ lead in extra time, but the joy was short-lived as Loren Moron cut the deficit one more time.
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The attention thus turned to the penalty shootout where Lewandowski, Fati, Franck Kessie and Pedri were all on point for their side. Manuel Pellegrini’s men, however, had two attempts saved, thus giving the Azulgranas the win.barcauniversal.com
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