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The sports news this Wednesday is marked by the contrast between the epic on the field and the harshness of injuries.

While FC Barcelona came close to a historic comeback against an Atlético de Madrid that is now a Copa finalist, Real Madrid fans are worried after the severity of Rodrygo's injury was confirmed.

On the international stage, attention is divided between the success of the Spanish Women's National Team, confidently advancing towards the World Cup with a stellar Claudia Pina, and the political noise generated by Donald Trump.

All this on a day when Anoeta will decide, in a high-tension Basque derby, who will be the second guest at the grand Copa del Rey party.

Marc Bernal shines, but Atlético flies to the final

FC Barcelona brushed with a miracle at Camp Nou. After a football recital led by the young Marc Bernal, Hansi Flick's team won 3-0 against an Atlético de Madrid that knew how to endure. However, the effort was not enough to overturn the aggregate result. Injuries to Koundé and Balde disrupted Barça's defensive plan in the final minutes, allowing Atlético to return to a Copa del Rey final thirteen years later.

Rodrygo breaks: farewell to Real Madrid and the World Cup

A dark day for Real Madrid fans and the Brazilian national team. Real Madrid's medical services confirmed the rupture of Rodrygo Goes's anterior cruciate ligament. The forward will miss the rest of the season and this summer's World Cup. "It's one of the worst days of my life," the player confessed on his social media after learning the extent of an injury that will keep him off the field for at least eight months.

Claudia Pina leads Spain's triumphant debut

Spain's Women's team began their journey to the 2027 World Cup with a convincing 3-0 victory over Iceland. A stellar Claudia Pina, who scored twice, led "La Roja's" attack in a match where effectiveness was key. The day also left historic moments: Edna Imade scored her first goal as a full international, and Mariona Caldentey celebrated her 100th match in the national jersey, cementing her status as a living legend of the team.

Basque derby in Anoeta for a ticket to the final

The excitement of the Copa del Rey continues today with the second leg of the semifinals between Real Sociedad and Athletic Club. The San Sebastián team holds a slight advantage after the 0-1 win at San Mamés, but derbies are unpredictable. Anoeta will decide in a high-tension duel who will join Atlético de Madrid in the grand final of the knockout tournament.

Trump stirs political controversy in the 2026 World Cup

In the non-sporting realm, the President of the United States, Donald Trump, has caused a media storm by commenting on Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup. Following recent geopolitical conflicts, Trump stated that he doesn't care about the Asian team's presence: "I don't care if Iran participates. I think it's a very defeated country." These statements add unprecedented political pressure on FIFA just months before the tournament begins.

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