In the first leg of the Copa de la Reina semifinals, Barcelona faced off against Badalona but could only secure a disappointing goalless draw. The match revealed Barcelona's struggles in converting opportunities into goals, as they controlled the game with significant possession and chances yet lacked the finishing touch needed to seal a victory. Badalona's defense, led by standout goalkeeper María Valenzuela, displayed exceptional resilience and organization, fully capitalizing on their home advantage.

Barcelona fielded a strong lineup, including Vicky López, who replaced star player Graham Hansen. However, despite their persistent efforts and tactical dominance, they failed to find the net against a well-coordinated Badalona side. The match showcased how critical effective finishing is at this stage of the competition and raised concerns for Pere Romeu's team, signaling a need for improvement ahead of the decisive second leg at Estadi Johan Cruyff.

The outcome leaves the semifinal tie open, with all eyes on the return match scheduled for Wednesday, where Barcelona will seek to overturn this draw and advance to the finals. This result underscores the unpredictability of knockout formats in tournaments like the Copa de la Reina, where every match can pose unexpected challenges, even for a team of Barcelona’s caliber.