Albacete

Albacete is a Spanish football club competing in the second division. They recently gained attention for their performance in the Copa del Rey. They embarked on a 'giant-killing run' in the competition, progressing far enough to face top-tier teams. Most notably, they defeated Real Madrid 3-2 in the Copa del Rey last 16, a significant upset that marked Alvaro Arbeloa's unsuccessful debut as Real Madrid's coach. However, their run ended in the quarterfinals with a 2-1 loss to Barcelona, despite a late comeback attempt. While they were eliminated from the Copa del Rey, their surprising victory over Real Madrid highlights their potential and ability to compete against higher-ranked teams, making them a noteworthy team in Spanish football currently.