The Copa del Rey, or King’s Cup, is Spain’s premier annual knockout football competition, organized by the Royal Spanish Football Federation. Established in 1903, it is the oldest national football tournament in Spain. The competition features 126 teams from various divisions, with the winners securing a spot in the UEFA Europa League.
As of March 2025, the Copa del Rey is in its semifinal stage. The matchups are:
- FC Barcelona vs. Atlético Madrid
- Real Madrid vs. Real Sociedad
The first leg of the Barcelona vs. Atlético Madrid semifinal took place on February 25, 2025, at the Estadio Olímpico Lluís Companys. The return leg is scheduled for April 2, 2025, at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
The other semifinal will also be contested over two legs, with dates to be confirmed.
The Copa del Rey holds significant prestige in Spanish football, with FC Barcelona being the most successful club, having won the tournament 31 times. Athletic Bilbao follows with 24 titles, and Real Madrid has secured 20. The most recent champions, as of 2024, are Athletic Bilbao, who triumphed over Mallorca in the final held at the Estadio de La Cartuja.
For detailed schedules, results, and updates on the current Copa del Rey season, you can visit the official website of LaLiga.