El Clásico Showdown: Real Madrid vs Barcelona – Copa del Rey Final 2025 Preview

The stage is set for one of football’s greatest rivalries as Real Madrid and Barcelona lock horns in the Copa del Rey Final on April 26, 2025. This highly anticipated clash promises drama, skill, and passion as Spain’s two biggest clubs battle for domestic glory.  

Match Details

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025  
Time: 21:00 CEST (Local Time) / 19:00 GMT  
Venue:La Cartuja, Seville  
Competition:Copa del Rey Final  
-Referee:To be confirmed  

## **Road to the Final**  

### **Real Madrid**  

- **Round of 32:** Real Madrid 4-1 CD Lugo  

- **Round of 16:** Real Madrid 3-0 Getafe  

- **Quarterfinal:** Real Madrid 2-1 (AET) Atlético Madrid  

- **Semifinal:** Real Madrid 4-3 (Agg.) Girona  

### **Barcelona**  

- **Round of 32:** Barcelona 5-0 UD Barbastro  

- **Round of 16:** Barcelona 3-1 Athletic Club  

- **Quarterfinal:** Barcelona 2-1 Real Sociedad  

- **Semifinal:** Barcelona 4-2 (Agg.) Mallorca  

## **Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 Meetings)**  

| Date | Competition | Result |  

|------|------------|--------|  

| Oct 2024 | La Liga | Barcelona 2-1 Real Madrid |  

| Apr 2024 | La Liga | Real Madrid 3-2 Barcelona |  

| Jan 2024 | Supercopa | Real Madrid 4-1 Barcelona |  

| Oct 2023 | La Liga | Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid |  

| Mar 2023 | Copa del Rey | Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid |  

| Feb 2023 | La Liga | Real Madrid 1-1 Barcelona |  

| Jan 2023 | Supercopa | Barcelona 3-1 Real Madrid |  

| Oct 2022 | La Liga | Real Madrid 3-1 Barcelona |  

| Jul 2022 | Friendly | Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid |  

| Mar 2022 | La Liga | Real Madrid 0-4 Barcelona |  

**Recent Form:**  

- **Real Madrid:** W-W-W-W-D  

- **Barcelona:** W-L-W-W-W  

## **Key Players to Watch**  

### **Real Madrid**  

1. **Jude Bellingham** – The midfield maestro has been in sensational form.  

2. **Vinícius Júnior** – A constant threat with his pace and dribbling.  

3. **Thibaut Courtois** – The towering goalkeeper could be the difference-maker.  

### **Barcelona**  

1. **Robert Lewandowski** – The veteran striker remains deadly in front of goal.  

2. **Pedri** – The midfield orchestrator will look to control the tempo.  

3. **Ronald Araújo** – His defensive solidity will be crucial against Vinícius.  

## **Tactical Battle**  

- **Real Madrid** will likely rely on quick transitions, using Vinícius and Rodrygo’s speed.  

- **Barcelona** will dominate possession, looking to exploit gaps with their intricate passing.  

## **Predicted Lineups**  

### **Real Madrid (4-3-3):**  

Courtois; Carvajal, Rüdiger, Militao, Mendy; Valverde, Camavinga, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinícius, Brahim.  

### **Barcelona (4-3-3):**  

Ter Stegen; Kounde, Araújo, Christensen, Balde; Gündogan, Pedri, De Jong; Yamal, Lewandowski, Felix.  

## **Prediction**  

This is a tough one to call, but given Real Madrid’s recent edge in big matches, we predict:  

**Real Madrid 2-1 Barcelona (AET)**  

## **Where to Watch?**  

- **Spain:** Movistar+, RTVE  

- **UK:** ITV Sport / ESPN  

- **USA:** ESPN+  

- **India:** Sony Sports Network  

## **Final Thoughts**  

The **2025 Copa del Rey Final** is more than just a match—it’s a battle for pride, legacy, and silverware. Will **Real Madrid** continue their dominance, or will **Barcelona** reclaim their throne? One thing is certain: **El Clásico never disappoints!**  

Who do you think will win? Let us know in the comments! ⚽🔥  

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