Barcelona vs Valencia LIVE: Kevin Gameiro gives Marcelino’s side an unlikely lead in Copa del Rey final
Follow all the action live as Barcelona look to seal a second successive domestic double against Valencia in the Copa del Rey final at the Benito Villamarin stadium in Seville.
The Catalans finished 11 points ahead of second-placed Atletico Madrid in La Liga but are still reeling from their shocking defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League quarter-final, while Valencia were knocked out of the Europa League by Arsenal in an embarrassing defeat at the Mestalla but have been buoyed by securing a top-four spot on the final day of the season with victory over Valladolid.
After Rodrigo spurned a precious early opportunity it looked as though Barca were set to take control of the match, however, Kevin Gameiro’s brilliant first touch and fine finish put Marcelino’s side ahead after 21 minutes and brought alive the very real prospect of an upset.
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