Jaén vs Barça: Spanish Futsal Cup Final – Last Minute & Result

Jaén Paraíso Interior defeated FC Barcelona 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw in the Spanish Futsal Cup Final held Sunday at the Palacio de los Deportes in Granada, according to FC Barcelona’s official website and multiple Spanish sports outlets.

The match remained scoreless through regulation and extra time, with both teams creating chances but failing to convert. Barcelona’s Dídac Plana and Jaén’s Marcelo Espíndola were highlighted as key goalkeepers during the match, preventing goals from Matheus Rodrigues, Antonio Pérez, and Rikelme Fernandes, among others, according to FC Barcelona.

The decisive penalty shootout saw misses from Barcelona’s Antonio and Carlos Gauna, while Jaén successfully converted all four of their attempts, securing the victory. This marks Jaén Paraíso Interior’s fourth Copa de España title, and their first after defeating Barcelona in a final, according to Marca.

Jaén had previously eliminated Pozo and Movistar on their path to the final, demonstrating a strong performance against top teams in Spanish futsal, as reported by Marca. Barcelona, under coach Javi Rodríguez, had entered the final in strong form, having previously won matches against Valdepeñas and Palma Futsal by a score of 7-1.

Despite Barcelona’s recent form and the presence of players like Antonio Pérez, who had been in MVP form in the Eurocup, they were unable to break down Jaén’s defense. The victory represents the first title for Jaén coach Dani Rodríguez, while Javi Rodríguez will have to wait for his first title as Barcelona coach, according to SPORT.

The win was celebrated by Jaén’s fans, who were described as a significant presence at the Palacio de los Deportes, creating a strong home atmosphere for their team, according to Marca and SPORT.