Giuliano Simeone’s Brace Powers Atletico Madrid to Copa del Rey Semi-Finals with 5-0 Rout of Getafe

Atletico Madrid put on a masterclass performance at the Metropolitano Stadium on Tuesday, thrashing Getafe 5-0 to book their spot in the Copa del Rey semi-finals. The star of the show was none other than Giuliano Simeone, the son of head coach Diego Simeone, who netted a crucial brace to set the tone for a dominant display.

The 22-year-old forward has emerged as a key player for the Rojiblancos in recent months, and his latest heroics underscored his growing importance to the team. Speaking after the match, Giuliano expressed gratitude to his teammates while acknowledging the areas he needs to improve. “I’m very happy to have a night like that in the stadium, it was crazy,” he told TVE. “But first of all, I have to thank the whole team because we made a huge effort. I’m thinking a lot about the things I have to improve, and I have to keep growing.”

A Dream Start for Atletico

Atletico came flying out of the blocks, taking just eight minutes to break the deadlock. Giuliano Simeone capitalized on hesitancy from Getafe goalkeeper Jiri Letacek, who faltered in dealing with Javi Galan’s cross. The young striker nodded home to give Atletico the early advantage.

The floodgates opened shortly afterward, with Rodrigo De Paul setting up Giuliano for his second goal in the 17th minute. Getafe’s defense looked disjointed and unable to cope with Atletico’s relentless pressure. Although Julian Alvarez missed a golden opportunity to extend the lead, Samuel Lino ensured the hosts went into halftime with a comfortable cushion.

Lino showcased his skill with a clever turn that left defender Juan Iglesias sliding in the wrong direction before finishing clinically. It was a moment of individual brilliance that epitomized Atletico’s dominance in the first half.

Second-Half Brilliance Seals the Deal

While Giuliano had a goal disallowed for offside early in the second half, Atletico remained firmly in control. Getafe managed to stem the flow of chances temporarily, but the introduction of substitutes Angel Correa and Alexander Sorloth reignited Atletico’s attacking prowess.

Correa drilled home the fourth goal with a low effort from outside the box in the 78th minute, capping off a composed team move. Minutes later, Sorloth added the fifth, firing past Letacek after being teed up by Correa. The Norwegian striker’s clinical finish completed a rout that highlighted Atletico’s superiority on the night.

Diego Simeone Praises His Son’s Form

Diego Simeone, overseeing proceedings from the dugout, praised his son’s rich vein of form while emphasizing the need for continued improvement. “He’s in a very good moment, the fans recognize it, they will demand a lot more from him, and he has to maintain this level,” said the Atletico boss.

The veteran coach also lauded his team’s explosive start, noting how their high-intensity play allowed them to seize control early on. “The team started very well, playing at such a high speed… we took control early on,” he added.

Looking Ahead in the Copa del Rey

With their emphatic victory, Atletico Madrid joined the race for the Copa del Rey title—a trophy they last lifted in 2013. They now await the winners of the remaining quarterfinal ties, which include Real Madrid vs. Leganes, Real Sociedad vs. Osasuna, and Valencia vs. Barcelona.

For Giuliano Simeone, this performance marked another step in his journey toward establishing himself as a top-tier player. Whether he can sustain this level of excellence remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: his contributions are proving invaluable to Atletico’s ambitions this season.

As the Rojiblancos march forward in the competition, their blend of youthful promise and experienced leadership continues to shine through. If Tuesday’s display is anything to go by, Atletico Madrid will be a formidable force in the Copa del Rey semi-finals.