Atlético Madrid secured qualification for the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey after defeating Deportivo La Coruña 1–0 in the match played at the Riazor Stadium, as part of the Round of 16 of the Spanish King’s Cup.
The only goal of the match was scored by veteran French striker Antoine Griezmann in the 61st minute.
Atlético Madrid entered the match after suffering a major setback with a 2–1 loss to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals, which ended their hopes of winning that title this season.
The Rojiblancos booked their place in the Round of 16 following an exciting 3–2 victory over Atlético Baleares before Christmas.
However, the team has been struggling in La Liga, where it currently sits fourth after 19 rounds, 11 points behind league leaders Barcelona.
With their chances of winning La Liga this season fading, Diego Simeone and his players are aiming to make up for a disappointing campaign by winning the Copa del Rey for the 11th time in the club’s history.
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