In an eventful start to the match, goalkeeper Joan García made a blunder that gave Atlético de Madrid the partial advantage. The culé goalkeeper could not control a simple ball, causing an own goal that leaves Barcelona in a critical situation in these semifinals.
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Joan García’s own goal today
The play left the fans in the Metropolitano speechless when a ball without apparent danger ended up in the back of the net after a miscalculation by the Spanish goalkeeper. This event completely alters the planning of the match, forcing the Blaugranas to seek to overcome the score under the pressure of today’s matches that define the course of the European season.
JOAN GARCÍA’S BEAR!! Yes, the usual hero was wrong. Yes, the saving goalkeeper of FC Barcelona fell. Joan García could not control a pass from Eric García and ended up scoring in his own goal. His first big mistake as a Blaugrana goalkeeper. The life of the goalkeeper, ladies and… pic.twitter.com/GMZMC27s6N
— Undefeated (@InvictosSomos) February 12, 2026
Joan García’s mistake has given a radical turn to live betting, where Atlético de Madrid has become the immediate favorite to win this first leg after the unexpected 1-0.
How Atlético de Madrid continues vs. Barcelona
Cholo Simeone’s team will seek to take advantage of the Catalan team’s defensive confusion to extend the lead, while Barça tries to regain calm after Joan García’s failure. This semi-final first leg promises maximum intensity in every remaining minute.
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match details
- Match: Atlético de Madrid vs Barcelona
- Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
- Location: Metropolitan Stadium
- Stadium capacity: 72,000 spectators
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