Atletico Madrid successfully seals a spot in the Copa Del Rey semi-finals

Giuliano Simeone played a starring role as Atletico Madrid cruised to a dominant 5-0 victory over Getafe on Tuesday, securing their place in the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey. The young striker, who is the son of Atletico coach Diego Simeone, has emerged as a key figure for the team in recent months, and his brace in the quarter-final clash gave his side a perfect start. Atletico dominated the match from the outset, with Simeone’s two goals setting the tone for a comprehensive victory. Alongside him, Samuel Lino, Angel Correa, and Alexander Sorloth also found the back of the net, further highlighting Atletico’s attacking prowess. The win was a reflection of the team’s clinical finishing and all-around performance, as they showed little mercy to Getafe, leaving no doubt about their superiority in the contest.

The result will be a huge morale booster for Atletico, who continue to push for silverware this season. For Simeone Jr., the two goals were another important reminder of his growing importance in the team, as he continues to make an impact under the watchful eye of his father, Diego. Atletico now look forward to a semi-final showdown, with the prospect of adding another trophy to their cabinet firmly in sight.

"I'm very happy to have a night like that in the stadium, it was crazy, but first of all I have to thank the whole team because we made a huge effort," man of the match Simeone said in an interview.

Atletico Madrid came out with intensity at their Metropolitano Stadium, dismantling Getafe 5-0 to book their place in the Copa del Rey semi-finals. Their first goal came in the 8th minute, when Giuliano Simeone capitalized on a mistake by Getafe goalkeeper Jiri Letacek. The keeper hesitated as he came out to intercept a cross from Javi Galan, allowing Simeone to nod the ball into the net.

Just nine minutes later, Simeone doubled his tally in the 17th minute. Rodrigo De Paul played a perfect pass to the 22-year-old, and Simeone made no mistake, finishing easily as Getafe’s defense was exposed once again. Julian Alvarez had a chance to make it 3-0 but fired wide after a precise assist from Antoine Griezmann. Before half-time, Samuel Lino added a fourth, showcasing brilliant footwork to outmaneuver Juan Iglesias before finishing with composure. Simeone thought he had completed his hat-trick early in the second half, but his goal was ruled offside due to Galan's involvement in the build-up.

Getafe briefly steadied their defense, conceding fewer chances as Atletico seemed content with their lead. In the 78th minute, substitute Angel Correa found the net with a powerful low shot from outside the box to make it 4-0. Another substitute, Alexander Sorloth, sealed the win, firing past Letacek after Correa set him up. Atletico's dominant performance ensures their place in the competition’s final four. On Wednesday, Real Madrid will travel across town to face Leganes in the Copa del Rey quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad will host Osasuna in another exciting match-up. On Thursday, Barcelona, the record 31-time Copa del Rey winners, will take on Valencia in a highly anticipated quarter-final clash.