{"id":8986,"date":"2025-04-01T12:09:47","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T12:09:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/?p=8986"},"modified":"2025-04-01T12:18:34","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T12:18:34","slug":"semi-finals-cup-showdowns-across-europe-four-competitions-sixteen-teams-one-goal-the-final","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/semi-finals-cup-showdowns-across-europe-four-competitions-sixteen-teams-one-goal-the-final","title":{"rendered":"Semi-Finals Cup Showdowns Across Europe: Four Competitions, Sixteen Teams, One Goal &#8211; The Final"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Over the next two days, football fans will witness thrilling semi-final clashes across four prestigious competitions: the Copa del Rey,&nbsp;Coupe de France, Coppa Italia, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/league\/dfb-pokal-28\">DFB-Pokal<\/a>. Each match carries its own unique stakes, from underdog stories to fierce rivalries. Let\u2019s explore the details of these pivotal encounters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#copa-del-rey\">Copa del Rey<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#overview-of-the-competition\">Overview of the Competition<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#real-madrid-vs-real-sociedad-aggregate-1-0\">Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad (Aggregate: 1-0)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#atletico-madrid-vs-barcelona-aggregate-4-4\">Atl\u00e9tico Madrid vs Barcelona (Aggregate: 4-4)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#coupe-de-france\">Coupe de France<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#overview-of-the-competition-1\">Overview of the Competition<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#dunkerque-vs-paris-saint-germain-april-1\">Dunkerque vs Paris Saint-Germain (April 1)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#as-cannes-vs-stade-de-reims-april-2\">AS Cannes vs Stade de Reims (April 2)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#chat-gpt-a-dit\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#coppa-italia\">Coppa Italia<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#overview-of-the-competition-2\">Overview of the Competition<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#empoli-vs-bologna-april-1\">Empoli vs Bologna (April 1)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#ac-milan-vs-inter-milan-april-2\">AC Milan vs Inter Milan (April 2)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#dfb-pokal\">DFB-Pokal<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#overview-of-the-competition-3\">Overview of the Competition<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#arminia-bielefeld-vs-bayer-leverkusen-april-1\">Arminia Bielefeld vs Bayer Leverkusen (April 1)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#stuttgart-vs-rb-leipzig-april-2\">Stuttgart vs RB Leipzig (April 2)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"copa-del-rey\">Copa del Rey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overview-of-the-competition\">Overview of the Competition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain\u2019s domestic cup competition is climaxing with two thrilling semi-final ties: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/real-madrid-131\">Real Madrid<\/a> vs Real Sociedad and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/atletico-madrid-134\">Atl\u00e9tico Madrid<\/a> vs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/fc-barcelona-132\">Barcelona<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"real-madrid-vs-real-sociedad-aggregate-1-0\"><strong>Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad (Aggregate: 1-0)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After securing a narrow win in the first leg thanks to center forward&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/endrick-106075\">Endrick<\/a>, Real Madrid hosts Real Sociedad at Santiago Bernab\u00e9u tonight (April 1). Madrid\u2019s midfield trio of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/jude-bellingham-73000\">Bellingham<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/federico-valverde-41053\">Valverde<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/eduardo-camavinga-66764\">Camavinga<\/a> will look to dominate possession while Sociedad aims to exploit counterattacks through players like forward <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/mikel-oyarzabal-39775\">Mikel Oyarzabal<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Madrid\u2019s experience in high-pressure games gives them an edge, but Sociedad remains dangerous on counters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For&nbsp;Real Madrid, goalkeeper&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/thibaut-courtois-826\">Thibaut Courtois<\/a>&nbsp;and center-backs&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/dani-carvajal-117\">Dani Carvajal<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/eder-militao-48583\">\u00c9der Milit\u00e3o<\/a>&nbsp;are unavailable due to injuries. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/andriy-lunin-48804\">Andriy Lunin<\/a> will continue as the starting goalkeeper for this crucial match.Meanwhile,Real Sociedad, key absences include&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/brais-mendez-51347\">Brais M\u00e9ndez<\/a>, who remains doubtful due to a foot injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.x4gn2k1adb\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4379796\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"atletico-madrid-vs-barcelona-aggregate-4-4\"><strong>Atl\u00e9tico Madrid vs Barcelona (Aggregate: 4-4)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most thrilling tie sees rivals Atl\u00e9tico Madrid and Barcelona level after an explosive first leg that ended 4-4 at Camp Nou. Atl\u00e9tico showed resilience with goals from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/antoine-griezmann-540\">Antoine Griezmann<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/julian-alvarez-61973\">Julian Alvarez<\/a>, while Barcelona relied on young talents <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/pedri-69251\">Pedri<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/gavi-98693\">Gavi<\/a> alongside veteran striker <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/robert-lewandowski-1857#competitionId=11\">Robert Lewandowski<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With everything to play for at Wanda Metropolitano tomorrow night (April 2), expect fireworks until the final whistle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For&nbsp;Atl\u00e9tico Madrid, the key absence is captain&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/koke-121\">Koke<\/a>, who has recently recovered from a muscle injury but was previously sidelined for several weeks.For&nbsp;Barcelona, key absences include goalkeeper&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/marc-casado-104695\">Marc-Andr\u00e9 ter Stegen<\/a>, who is out for the season with a ligament injury, and defender&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/andreas-christensen-6784\">Andreas Christensen<\/a>, sidelined with a foot injury until mid-April. Additionally,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/marc-casado-104695\">Marc Casad\u00f3<\/a>&nbsp;remains unavailable due to a ligament tear,and while midfielder&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/dani-olmo-38403\">Dani Olmo<\/a>&nbsp;is out with a muscle injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.xdvunxksb5r\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4379794\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"coupe-de-france\">Coupe de France<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overview-of-the-competition-1\"><strong>Overview of the Competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;Coupe de France&nbsp;is renowned for its inclusivity, allowing teams from all levels of French football to compete. This year\u2019s semi-finals feature a fascinating mix of top-tier dominance and lower-league surprises. The defending champions,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/psg-480\">Paris Saint-Germain<\/a>, are aiming for their 16th title, while fourth-division side&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/cannes-6021\">AS Cannes<\/a>&nbsp;continues their historic run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2168117645-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain reacts after scoring during the Ligue 1 match \" class=\"wp-image-8989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2168117645-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2168117645-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2168117645-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2168117645-2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2168117645-2-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Photo by Aurelien Meunier &#8211; PSG\/PSG via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dunkerque-vs-paris-saint-germain-april-1\"><strong>Dunkerque vs Paris Saint-Germain (April 1)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/dunkerque-522\">USL Dunkerque<\/a>, a Ligue 2 side, has defied expectations to reach the semi-finals. Their journey included a stunning quarter-final victory over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/stade-briochin-66793\">Brest<\/a> (3-2), showcasing their resilience and tactical discipline. Dunkerque\u2019s key players include striker&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/gaetan-courtet-2236\">Gaetan Courtet<\/a>, who has been instrumental in their cup success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain, led by coach&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/luis-enrique-46206\">Luis Enrique<\/a>, remains the team to beat despite recent changes in their squad. With stars like&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/ousmane-dembele-39779\">Ousmane Dembele<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/bradley-barcola-102289\">Bradley Barcola<\/a>, PSG boasts a formidable attack. Their dominant 7-0 win over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/stade-briochin-66793\">Stade Briochin<\/a> in the quarter-finals underlined their superiority in this competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The match will occur at Stade Pierre-Mauroy, with PSG heavily favored to advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>PSG&nbsp;will be without&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/arnau-tenas-78863\">Arnau Tenas<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/lee-kang-in-61901\">Lee Kang-in<\/a>, both sidelined due to injuries. However,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/achraf-hakimi-47349\">Achraf Hakimi<\/a>&nbsp;returns to the squad after a brief rest, strengthening their defensive setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.dhj0mbu9cw7\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4388619\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"as-cannes-vs-stade-de-reims-april-2\"><strong>AS Cannes vs Stade de Reims (April 2)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The fairy tale run of&nbsp;AS Cannes, a fourth-division club, has captivated fans across France. Cannes stunned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/guingamp-496\">Guingamp<\/a> in the quarter-finals with a 3-1 victory and now face Ligue 1\u2019s&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/reims-499\">Stade de Reims<\/a>. Cannes\u2019 defensive organization and home advantage at Stade Pierre de Coubertin will be crucial against Reims\u2019 attacking prowess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/reims-499\">Reims<\/a>, managed by coach&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/samba-diawara-159729\">Samba Diawara<\/a>, has had an inconsistent Ligue 1 campaign but has found form in the Coupe de France. Their penalty shootout win over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/angers-493\">Angers<\/a> in the quarter-finals highlighted their resilience. Key players like forward&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/keito-nakamura-66991#competitionId=35\">Keito Nakamura<\/a>&nbsp;and midfielder&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/mamadou-diakhon-132818#competitionId=35\">Mamadou Diakhon<\/a>&nbsp;will be pivotal in breaking down Cannes\u2019 defense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"chat-gpt-a-dit\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>AS Cannes has no major injuries or suspensions, while Stade de Reim<strong>s<\/strong> will be without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/reda-khadra-87299\">Reda Khadra<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/gabriel-moscardo-134284\">Gabriel Moscardo<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/mohammed-daramy-65807\">Mohammed Daramy<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.1k50xzyt6ykh\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4388620\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"coppa-italia\">Coppa Italia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overview-of-the-competition-2\"><strong>Overview of the Competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Italian domestic cup often delivers drama, and this year is no exception. The semi-finals feature two evenly matched ties: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/empoli-237\">Empoli<\/a> vs <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/bologna-245\">Bologna<\/a> and a blockbuster Milan derby between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/ac-milan-227\">AC Milan<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/inter-milan-224\">Inter Milan<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"empoli-vs-bologna-april-1\"><strong>Empoli vs Bologna (April 1)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Neither side is traditionally associated with silverware, making this semi-final a rare opportunity for glory. Empoli\u2019s defensive solidity will be tested against Bologna\u2019s attacking flair led by forward&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/riccardo-orsolini-46987#competitionId=17\">Riccardo Orsolini<\/a>. Empoli\u2019s narrow quarter-final win over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/juventus-226\">Juventus<\/a> on penalties highlighted their resilience, while Bologna edged out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/atalanta-232\">Atalanta<\/a> with a disciplined performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Empoli will be without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/ardian-ismajli-48044\">Ardian Ismajli<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/ardian-ismajli-48044\">Youssef Maleh<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/ardian-ismajli-48044\">Pietro Pellegri<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/nico-haas-27434\">Nicolas Haas<\/a> due to injuries, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/liam-henderson-12011\">Liam Henderson<\/a> is suspended. Bologna will miss <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/santiago-castro-99458\">Santiago Castro<\/a> through injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.i1dye7cgcz\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4387756\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ac-milan-vs-inter-milan-april-2\"><strong>AC Milan vs Inter Milan (April 2)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Derby della Madonnina returns with high stakes as rivals AC Milan and Inter Milan battle for supremacy once again. Milan comes into this clash after impressive wins against <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/as-roma-225\">Roma<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/sassuolo-266\">Sassuolo<\/a> earlier in the tournament but has struggled with consistency domestically. Key players like winger&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/rafael-leao-53910\">Rafael Le\u00e3o<\/a>&nbsp;and goalkeeper&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/mike-maignan-2220\">Mike Maignan<\/a>&nbsp;will need to step up against Inter\u2019s formidable attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inter Milan has been more stable under coach <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/simone-inzaghi-46233\">Simone Inzaghi<\/a> and boasts attacking stars like striker&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/lautaro-martinez-38667#competitionId=17\">Lautaro Mart\u00ednez<\/a>&nbsp;and midfielder&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/nicolo-barella-10935\">Nicolo Barella<\/a>, who have been instrumental throughout the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Inter Milan will be without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/denzel-dumfries-42691\">Denzel Dumfries<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/piotr-zielinski-6263\">Piotr Zieli\u0144ski<\/a> due to injuries, while AC Milan will miss <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/ruben-loftus-cheek-12676\">Ruben Loftus-Cheek.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.ou3qzfgeir\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4387243\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dfb-pokal\">DFB-Pokal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overview-of-the-competition-3\"><strong>Overview of the Competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The German domestic cup, known as the&nbsp;DFB-Pokal, is famous for its unpredictability. This year\u2019s semi-finals feature three Bundesliga sides (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/rb-leipzig-7171\">RB Leipzig<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/stuttgart-338\">Stuttgart<\/a>, and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/bayer-leverkusen-333\">Bayer Leverkusen<\/a>) alongside second-tier <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/arminia-bielefeld-345\">Arminia Bielefeld<\/a>, who are making their first semi-final appearance in a decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2178582741-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\" Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz celebrates after scoring to give his team a 2:1 lead. \" class=\"wp-image-8992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2178582741-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2178582741-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2178582741-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2178582741-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2178582741-scaled.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">(Photo by Marius Becker\/picture alliance via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"arminia-bielefeld-vs-bayer-leverkusen-april-1\"><strong>Arminia Bielefeld vs Bayer Leverkusen (April 1)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For&nbsp;Arminia Bielefeld, this is a historic moment they\u2019ve reached the semi-finals for the first time in over a decade. Their journey included impressive victories over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/werder-bremen-332\">Werder Bremen<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/union-berlin-392\">Union Berlin<\/a>, with midfielder&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/sam-schreck-60681\">Sam Schreck<\/a>&nbsp;playing a key role in their cup run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, Bayer Leverkusen, under coach&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/xabi-alonso-124\">Xabi Alonso<\/a>, has been one of Germany\u2019s most consistent teams this season. Creative midfielder&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/florian-wirtz-76962\">Florian Wirtz<\/a>&nbsp;and striker&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/victor-boniface-77093\">Victor Boniface<\/a>&nbsp;have been instrumental in their progress. Leverkusen\u2019s extra-time victory over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/fc-koln-350\">K\u00f6ln<\/a> in the quarter-finals showcased their ability to handle high-pressure situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1-1-1\">Injuries and Suspensions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Bayer Leverkusen will be without Florian Wirtz and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/edmond-tapsoba-68867\">Edmond Tapsoba<\/a> due to injuries, while Arminia Bielefeld will have a full squad available for the match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.r3k5e2yo4rf\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4390410\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stuttgart-vs-rb-leipzig-april-2\"><strong>Stuttgart vs RB Leipzig (April 2)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This all-Bundesliga clash pits mid-table Stuttgart against two-time DFB-Pokal winners RB Leipzig. Stuttgart\u2019s defense, led by players like center-back <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/julian-chabot-50673#competitionId=25\">Julian Chabot<\/a>&nbsp;, will need to contain Leipzig\u2019s dangerous attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RB Leipzig enters this match amidst managerial changes but boasts a talented squad featuring stars like midfielder&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/xavi-simons-79746#competitionId=25\">Xavi Simons<\/a>&nbsp;and striker&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/benjamin-sesko-88973#competitionId=25\">Benjamin \u0160e\u0161ko<\/a>. Their disciplined victory over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/team\/wolfsburg-339\">Wolfsburg<\/a> in the quarters showcased their tactical superiority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"injuries-and-suspensions-1-1-1-1-1-1\"><strong>Injuries and Suspensions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>VfB Stuttgart will be without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/dan-axel-zagadou-48522\">Dan-Axel Zagadou<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/josha-vagnoman-57163\">Josha Vagnoman<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/anrie-chase-132533\">Andie Chase<\/a>, while RB Leipzig faces significant absences, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/benjamin-henrichs-39074\">Benjamin Henrichs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/antonio-nusa-94812\">Antonio Nussa<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\/en-us\/football\/player\/kevin-kampl-7923\">Kevin Kampl<\/a> due to injuries and illness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-widget-type=\"predictions\" data-entity-type=\"game\" data-widget-id=\"0.nppa1sos2ig\" data-lang=\"en-US\" data-publisher-id=\"125\" data-show-odds=\"true\" data-odds-type=\"decimal\" data-entity-id=\"4390409\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"powered-by\">Powered by<a id=\"powered-by-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.365scores.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">365Scores.com<\/a><\/div>\n<script src=\"https:\/\/widgets.365scores.com\/main.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>From underdog stories to fierce rivalries, these semi-finals promise unforgettable moments as teams chase glory across Europe! Stay tuned for all the drama as football history unfolds!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over the next two days, football fans will witness thrilling semi-final clashes across four prestigious competitions: the Copa del Rey,&nbsp;Coupe de France, Coppa Italia, and&nbsp;DFB-Pokal. Each match carries its own unique stakes, from underdog stories to fierce rivalries. Let\u2019s explore the details of these pivotal encounters. 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