After the shock they suffered in the final minutes of the second half, Barcelona didn't want to suffer any longer against Intercity. Having made it to extra time already meant a deplorable image in the eyes of the public, so the goal was clear: score 4-3 and close the game as soon as possible.
Thus, Xavi Hernandez's team came out strong in the first part of extra time, which is why they found spaces to harm their opponents from the sides. In this way, after a great cross from Raphinha from the right side, Ansu Fati appeared free in the center to take a shot on goal.
Although the Spanish player's shot wasn't well directed, a slight deflection off an Intercity defender allowed him to score the advantage for 'Barça'. Gaizka Campos, the home team's goalkeeper, was caught off guard and couldn't prevent his goal from falling for the fourth time in the entire match.
Barcelona vs. Intercity: What's Next
After this match in the Round of 16 of the Copa del Rey 2022/23, Barcelona will have to face one of their most difficult games of the season: visiting Atlético Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano for Matchday 16 of LaLiga Santander. The match will be played on Sunday, January 8 at 3:00 p.m. (Peru time) and 9:00 p.m. in Spain.
Xavi's team is currently in first place in the standings with thirty-eight points, but only goal difference separates them from Real Madrid. Carlo Ancelotti's team is lurking, so a defeat in the capital of Spain would mean a possible loss of the leadership.
On the other hand, Intercity is in a complicated position in the Primera Federación (Third Division) and if they continue on the path they have followed so far, it is most likely that they will be relegated to the Segunda Federación (Fourth Division). After facing 'Barça', they will have to host Eldense, with the obligation to win in order to climb out of the bottom places.
Receive our newsletter: we will send you the best sports content, as Depor always does.