Barcelona vs Atlético: Head-to-Head Under Hansi Flick

Barcelona Aims for Rematch Victory Against Atlético in Copa Semifinals

Head-to-head record under Hansi Flick favors Barcelona in key cup ties

BlaugranaNews EditorialMarch 03, 20261 min read

So what

The closely contested recent clashes and Barcelona’s statistical edge make the upcoming cup semifinal crucial for both sides.

On Thursday evening, FC Barcelona will face Atlético de Madrid in the Copa del Rey semifinals, seeking a comeback victory. Under coach Hansi Flick, these teams have had numerous significant encounters, with the recent decade’s data favoring Barcelona.

Since 2016, the clubs have met 28 times across La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Champions League matches. Barça has won 15 of these clashes, Atlético six, with seven draws. Notably, in the 2025 Copa del Rey semifinals, Barcelona advanced after a thrilling 4-4 draw away and a 1-0 win at the Metropolitano.

In the 2024/25 La Liga season, Barcelona staged a critical comeback by winning 4-2 after trailing 0-2, helping them move closer to the league title. They also secured a 3-1 home win against Atlético in the 2025/26 league campaign. These matches highlight Flick’s team’s resilience and tactical strength.

The upcoming semifinal promises to be intense and decisive, with Barcelona eager to maintain its dominant trend under Flick and secure a place in the cup final against a determined Atlético side.