MADRID: Sevilla grabbed a 2-0 first leg advantage over Barcelona in the Spanish cup semi-finals thanks to a late goal from ex-Barca midfielder Ivan Rakitic.

Lionel Messi missed an early chance for Barcelona before Sevilla went ahead through Koundé in the 25th minute.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen saved Barcelona just before half-time by saving at close range from Escudero but was helpless in the closing minutes against Rakitic.

Sevilla have win their last eight games in all competitions.

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