Barcelona 1-0 Valencia - 5 Talking Points

#1 Everything to play for at the Mestalla

Barcelona hold the advantage heading into the second leg

The Barcelona faithful will surely be more than happy with the result after being wary of the threat Valenica can offer on their day. Despite being on the back foot for the majority of the game, the visitors managed to keep things tight at the back for an hour or so before finally getting caught out by Barcelona.

Valverde had already expressed his intentions of trying to snap up silverware in the Copa del Rey and if they want to progress they will face a stern test away from home at the Mestalla.

In recent memory, Barcelona haven't been all that convincing in Valencia's backyard and Los Che will be hoping to spring a surprise or two when they meet again next week in the second leg of the semi-final tie.