Copa del Rey

The Copa del Rey is a Spanish annual football cup competition. Recent news focuses on the 2026 edition, specifically the semi-final stage. Atletico Madrid and Barcelona contested one semi-final, with Atletico Madrid winning the first leg 4-0. Barcelona, the holders, attempted a comeback in the second leg but, despite winning 3-0, Atletico Madrid advanced to the final with a 4-3 aggregate victory. Barcelona had previously defeated Albacete to reach the semi-finals. Real Madrid, another major team, was eliminated earlier in the competition by Albacete. Barcelona's participation in the Spanish Super Cup, held in Saudi Arabia, is also mentioned. Atletico Madrid's advancement to the Copa del Rey final marks their first appearance in the final since 2013, highlighting the competition's significance for the team.