to try and get in as all tickets had been sold. The weather was described as "splendid", with partly cloudy skies. Summary Barcelona used a more patient, technical style of play while Arenas relied on a brute-force method of reaching the opponent's goal. The latter's physical advantage and consequent endurance was a major influence on the result. Right-back Reguera and right half-back Agustín Sancho were the most hard-working of the Barcelona players but to no avail against the rapid transitional play and defensive solidity of the winners which proved decisive. Barcelona was the first to attack, threatening the goal multiple times with Arenas counter-attacking. Arenas took the first shot-on-goal thanks to a "serious attempt" by Pagaza and shortly afterwards, Sesúmaga gave Arenas the lead with a "beautiful" goal. Arenas were then able to take control of possession. Viñals managed to find an equalizer for Barcelona off of a deflected shot from Garchitorena, with the team dominating for the rest of the first half. Viñals gave the Catalans the lead in the early moments of the second half with a cross that Garchitorena passed to Lakatos for the goal. However, Arenas was the more dominant side during the second half. With just 10 minutes to go, Arenas brought the score to 2–2 thanks to a strike from Sesúmaga. Minutes remaining in regular play, Garchitorena missed a clear shot a few paces from the goal. With the game now in overtime, Sesúmaga once again scored with an assist by Pagaza. Peña then scored the fourth goal for Arenas. A fatigued Barcelona were unable to match the pressuring pace of the Basque team in overtime. Ibaibarriaga secured the win with one minute and a half left. The referees were seen to perform well and neutrally, in part due to the uncontroversial actions necessitated by the game. The head referee, Julián Ruete, announced his decision to retire from refereeing after the match. Details References 1919 Copa FC Barcelona matches Arenas Club de Getxo matches May 1919 sports events