There were chaotic scenes in Athletic Bilbao's win over Atlético Madrid in the semifinals of the Copa del Rey

Athletic Bilbao reached the Copa del Rey final for the third time in the last five years. Thursday’s victory over Atlético Madrid was marred by chaotic scenes ahead of the match. The Spanish champions reached the final of the tournament for the first time in five years with a 2-1 win over the Spanish giants.

Barcelona crashed out of the Copa del Rey in extra time against Athletic Bilbao. La Liga leader Girona also knocked out. Barcelona suffered second disappointing cup defeat in as many weeks on Wednesday. Barcelona lost 4-2 in extra-time in the quarterfinal quarterfinal of the Spanish Cup.