Guadalajara vs. Barcelona, Copa del Rey
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The 2025–26 campaign offers a fresh start for Real Madrid, one that kicks off against an inferior opponent in third-tier side Talavera. The club, currently 19th in its section of the Primera Federación, has lost eight of its last 13 matches across all competitions.
Hansi Flick had left it open which goalkeeper would guard the net today in the Copa del Rey. Now there is clarity.Marc-André ter Stegen returns after his injury and is allowed to play in the Spanish
Andreas Christensen and Marcus Rashford were on target for Barcelona in the second half as the La Liga champions secured a hard-fought 2-0 win over third-tier Spanish side CD Guadalajara in a Copa del Rey round of 32 clash on Tuesday.
Real Madrid get their Copa del Rey campaign underway in the Round of 32 against third-tier Talavera. Los Blancos last won the competitions in the 2022-23 season