Szczęsny was asked about the match-winning moment and explained he was not expecting the net to bulge when he saw his team-mate shape up to shoot. “To be honest, when Koundé was preparing to shoot, I was already preparing to organize the defense because I didn’t expect the ball to go in.

Jules Kounde was the unlikely hero in an epic Copa del Rey final as Barcelona beat Real Madrid after extra time to kickstart their treble quest. Barca went ahead through a wonder strike from Pedri in the 28th minute and Madrid appeared second best until a flurry of changes from Carlo Ancelotti in the second half.

Chelsea are reportedly reigniting their interest in Barcelona defender Jules Kounde, maintaining consistent communication with his representatives, according to TBR Football.Kounde is a versatile