Copa del Rey: Barcelona, Real Madrid Draw Rivals for Round of 16
The Copa del Rey Round of 16 draw has produced exciting matchups for top Spanish clubs. The reigning champion, Barcelona, will travel to face Racing de Santander. Real Madrid is set to meet Albacete in their upcoming match.
Copa del Rey: Key Matchups for the Round of 16
The draw took place in Las Rozas, Madrid, and several notable games emerged. Atletico Madrid will compete against Deportivo La Coruña, while Athletic Club faces Cultural Leonesa. All matches are scheduled between Tuesday and Thursday next week, with exact times to be announced shortly.
Other Notable Fixtures
- Burgos vs. Valencia
- Real Betis vs. Elche
- Real Sociedad vs. Osasuna
- Alavés vs. Rayo Vallecano
Currently, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico, and Athletic are participating in the Supercopa de España in Yeda, Saudi Arabia. The teams will play their Copa del Rey matches shortly after returning from this tournament.
Recent Performance Overview
Barcelona triumphed over Real Madrid with a 3-2 victory in the Copa del Rey final last May, completing a domestic treble. The club holds the record for the most Copa del Rey titles, having won it 32 times.
Athletic Club has lifted the trophy 24 times, while Real Madrid has won it 20 times. In the most recent competitions, Athletic claimed the cup in 2024 after a 40-year drought, while Madrid last secured the title a year prior.
Recent Round of 32 Results
In last month’s round of 32, Barcelona defeated Guadalajara 2-0. Real Madrid’s win was tighter, requiring a brace from Kylian Mbappé, who is currently sidelined with a knee injury, to beat Talavera 3-2.
As the teams prepare for their Copa del Rey clashes, this stage promises thrilling action and competitive spirit among Spain’s elite football clubs.
