Kounde on his goal against Real Madrid in Copa del Rey final: 'I read their pass, controlled it, and struck at right moment'
Barcelona’s Jules Kounde delivered a moment of brilliance, scoring the decisive goal in the 116th minute of extra time to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final. The triumph marked Barcelona’s 32nd title in the competition.
"This is the kind of match you live for - a Clasico that defines careers," Kounde said post-match, describing his goal: "I read their pass, controlled it, and struck at the right moment." Despite trailing 2-1 earlier, Barcelona’s tenacity prevailed, earning praise from the French defender for their unity.
With a four-point La Liga lead and a Champions League semi-final against Inter approaching, Kounde emphasised the bigger picture: "One title secured, but we’re hungry for more." His pivotal contribution underscores Barcelona’s ambitions for a historic quadruple this season.
