Rüdiger is already heating up the Copa del Rey final, warning Barça and Atlético fans: “We’re going to…”
Rüdiger Fires Up Copa del Rey Final: A Warning to Barça and Atlético, The German defender, who scored the decisive goal, sends a message to Real Madrid’s potential rivals.
Antonio Rüdiger is already setting the tone for the Copa del Rey final. The Real Madrid center-back, who netted the crucial goal that secured his team’s place in the final, expressed his confidence after a dramatic semifinal against Real Sociedad (4-4 in the second leg, 5-4 on aggregate). Speaking to Real Madrid TV, the German international made his intentions clear:
“This season has been very tough, but we’re in another final, and we’re going to win it,” Rüdiger stated.
Although he didn’t start the match, Rüdiger played a decisive role, stepping up when it mattered most in extra time.
A Hard-Fought Victory on a Complicated Night
“I’m very happy because it was a very difficult match. There were many comebacks, and in the end, I scored the winning goal. Real Sociedad played really well. Against them, it’s always tough. But this is Real Madrid—Hala Madrid until the end!” he said.
The German defender also described his game-winning goal in the 115th minute, which secured Real Madrid’s place in their 40th Copa del Rey final, where they will face either FC Barcelona or Atlético Madrid.
“It was a great ball from Arda, and for me, it was very easy. A good movement and a perfect corner—this is why we’re in the final,” Rüdiger explained.
Real Madrid Awaits Their Opponent
With their place in the final secured, Real Madrid now waits to find out who they will face on April 26 at La Cartuja. The other semifinal is still undecided, with Atlético Madrid and FC Barcelona battling for the remaining spot. Their first-leg clash at Montjuïc ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw after a late comeback by Diego Simeone’s men.
The stage is set for an intense showdown, and Rüdiger has already sent a clear message—Real Madrid is coming for the trophy.
