Published 19:56 IST, April 21st 2020
When Gareth Bale made a blistering run for a solo goal vs Barcelona to win CDR 2014: Watch
Real Madrid fans will certainly remember Gareth Bale for his “That” goal against Barcelona in the finals of the Copa Del Rey in 2014. Let's relive the moment.
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Wales star Gareth Bale entered Real Madrid as one of most promising youngsters in European football. Gareth Bale joined Real Madrid in 2013 for a sum of €100 million, which was more than what Los Blancos paid for Cristia Ronaldo (€85 million). Gareth Bale's record was t broken until Manchester United signed Paul Pogba in 2016 for a sum of around €105 million.
However, after 7 years, Gareth Bale is still kwn most eir for his overhead kick in Champions League 2017-18 final against Liverpool or his infamous “Wales, Golf, Real Madrid” stunt after being injured or igred for a long period of time. However, fans would want to see a repeat of “That” Gareth Bale goal against Barcelona in Copa Del Rey finals of 2014.
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Gareth Bale Copa Del Rey goal vs Barcelona in 2014
occasion was Copa Del Rey finals and match was between Real Madrid and Barcelona. Real Madrid and Barcelona were facing each or in El Clasico final and tension was certainly palpable. match was at a 1-1 stalemate courtesy goals from Ángel Di María (11') and Marc Bartra (68') for ir respective sides. Barcelona were dominating match to an extent but Gareth Bale had some different plans.
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Gareth Bale received Coentrão's pass in 85th minute and started running towards goal. Barcelona's defender Marc Bartra was right next to Bale until Welshman decided to go on a complete 'Ferrari' mode on him. Gareth Bale took a heavy touch and overtook Bartra while running from outskirts of touchline. Real Madrid's latest signing sprinted towards goal and only stopped after scoring winner past Barcelona's José Manuel Pinto.
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A new hero for Real Madrid was born that day
crowd went berserk as commentators couldn't believe what y just saw. Real Madrid's n-manr Carlo Ancelotti and his assistant Zinedine Zidane had clue how to celebrate and Real Madrid's players were all over Gareth Bale. Real Madrid's legend Cristia Ronaldo was seen celebrating in stands as he was unavailable for match. Certainly, this was a moment to cherish for a true Real Madrid fan.
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19:56 IST, April 21st 2020