Barcelona 3-1 Alaves
It was the perfect send-off for Luis Enrique.
Three Spanish cups in a row and the pre-match betting odds justified to ensure the Barcelona boss, who won more football games than he lost during his three years in charge, bowed out in a way he has become accustomed – with silverware.
It’s arguable that Enrique leaves his beloved Barca in a slightly poorer state than the club he inherited in 2014.
Yet, that assessment may seem harsh when sports betting fans look at his overall record.
Multiple trophies, including a Champions League title and back-to-back La Liga triumphs during his tenure, guarantee that he’ll always be remembered fondly.
The Catalan giants had their luck in this, his last match, and the final send-off for the Vicente Calderon.
For example, Neymar’s key second goal was marginally offside and deflated their opponents right on the stroke of half-time.
However, they also had class and, in Lionel Messi, a player who has now scored in five Copa del Rey finals.
He also played a part in the other two goals, for Neymar and Paco Alcacer, in this 3-1 success.
This third cup success in a row, their record 29th, means they are now allowed to keep the trophy.
A fitting end for Enrique as the club prepares to announce Ernesto Valverde as his successor.
A year after earning promotion, this was a wonderful occasion for Alaves.
The Basque club put up a spirited showing.
Ibai Gomez hit the woodwork and Real Madrid-bound Theo Hernandez, on loan from Atletico, scored a fine free-kick to draw the underdogs level.
But there was no denying Barca and Enrique a fond farewell.
If they’ll be reunited again one day, only time will tell.
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