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Lionel Messi, Barcelona Upset by Valencia in Copa del Rey Final

Valencia upset holders Barcelona 2-1 in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday, denying the Blaugrana a domestic double and fifth cup win in a row.

Kevin Gameiro gave Los Che a deserved advantage after 21 minutes, and Rodrigo punished more poor defending to double the lead before half-time.

Lionel Messi converted from close range to half the deficit after 73 minutes, but the Blaugrana comeback fell short.

The Catalans could have won their fourth double in five years on Saturday after securing the 2018-19 La Liga title in April.

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