Athletic Bilbao top Levante for spot in Copa del Rey final
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Valencia, Spain, Mar 4 (efe-epa).- Alejandro Berenguer’s goal in the 112th minute made the difference here Thursday for Athletic Club in their Copa del Rey semifinal tie with Levante.
The Bilbao side prevailed 1-2 on the night and 2-3 on aggregate to set up a final between the two clubs who have between them hoisted the Copa trophy 54 times.
Barcelona will be in pursuit of a record-extending 31st triumph in the competition, while Athletic is looking for a 25th Copa del Rey title that would also be their first since 1984.