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Copa del Rey

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Season 2025

Copa del ReyToday's Matches

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Copa del ReyPlayoffs

Round of 32

SSevilla0
AAlaves1
0–1
VValencia2
SGSporting Gijon0
2–0
DCDeportivo La Coruna1
MMallorca0
1–0
LLevante0
CLCultural Leonesa1
0–1
EEibar0
EElche1
0–1
RSReal Sociedad2
EEldense1
2–1
GCGranada CF1
RVRayo Vallecano3
1–3
BBarcelona2
GGuadalajara0
2–0
GGetafe1
BBurgos3
1–3
RBReal Betis2
RMReal Murcia0
2–0
AMAtletico Madrid3
ABAtlético Baleares2
3–2
RMReal Madrid3
CTCF Talavera2
3–2
VVillarreal1
RSRacing Santander2
1–2

Round of 16

AAlaves2
RVRayo Vallecano0
2–0
RBReal Betis2
EElche1
2–1
AMAtletico Madrid1
DCDeportivo La Coruna0
1–0
BBarcelona2
RSRacing Santander0
2–0
VValencia2
BBurgos0
2–0
RMReal Madrid2
AAlbacete3
2–3

Quarter-finals

ACAthletic Club2
VValencia1
2–1
AMAtletico Madrid5
RBReal Betis0
5–0
BBarcelona2
AAlbacete1
2–1
AAlaves2
RSReal Sociedad3
2–3

Semi-finals

ACAthletic Club0
RSReal Sociedad2
0–1,0–1
BBarcelona3
AMAtletico Madrid4
0–4,3–0

Copa del ReyResults

The latest 25 completed matches in the Copa del Rey. The highest-scoring result was Cultural Leonesa 3–4 Athletic Club. Review recent scorelines to spot form trends, home advantage patterns, and upset results that can inform your next bet.

HomeScoreAway
Final
22
22
2026-04-18PEN
Semi-finals
10
10
2026-03-04FT
30
30
2026-03-03FT
40
40
2026-02-12FT
01
01
2026-02-11FT
Quarter-finals
05
05
2026-02-05FT
23
23
2026-02-04FT
12
12
2026-02-04FT
12
12
2026-02-03FT
Round of 16
02
02
2026-01-15FT
02
02
2026-01-15FT
20
20
2026-01-14FT
32
32
2026-01-14FT
21
21
2026-01-14FT
01
01
2026-01-13FT
34
34
2026-01-13AET
22
22
2026-01-13PEN
Round of 32
13
13
2026-01-06FT
02
02
2025-12-18FT
31
31
2025-12-18FT
01
01
2025-12-18AET
23
23
2025-12-17FT
10
10
2025-12-17FT
22
22
2025-12-17PEN
21
21
2025-12-17FT

Copa del ReyTeam Stats

Side-by-side performance comparison of all 110 teams in the Copa del Rey. Real Sociedad leads with 6 wins this season. The colour-coded heatmap highlights wins, losses, draws, goals scored and conceded, goal difference, and win percentage — making it easy to spot the strongest and weakest teams at a glance for betting analysis.

Copa del ReyBetting Insights

Copa del Rey 2025 — key betting statistics across 108 matches played. Games average 3.33 goals, with 45.4% seeing both teams score and 63.0% finishing with over 2.5 goals. Home sides win 33.3% of the time while 4.6% of matches end in a draw. Clean sheets are kept in 54.6% of games, and the most common scoreline is 0-2. Use these metrics to calibrate over/under, BTTS, and correct-score strategies.

3.33Goals / Match
45.4%Both Score %
63.0%Over 2.5 / 5.5 %
82.4%Over 1.5 %
41.7%Over 3.5 %
33.3%Home Win %
4.6%Draw %
62.0%Away Win %
54.6%Clean Sheet %
1.9%0-0 %
1.16Avg Home Goals
2.18Avg Away Goals
10.5Corners/Match
2.9Cards/Match
41.1%Home Poss.
58.9%Away Poss.
0.00Home Advantage

Most Common Scorelines

The most frequently occurring final scorelines sorted by frequency. Each bar shows the number of matches and percentage ending with that exact score. Common scorelines help calibrate correct-score betting — a scoreline appearing in 15% or more of matches may offer value at typical odds.

0-2
12.0%(13)
1-0
9.3%(10)
2-1
7.4%(8)
1-3
7.4%(8)
1-2
6.5%(7)
0-1
6.5%(7)
2-0
4.6%(5)
1-4
4.6%(5)
0-3
4.6%(5)
0-5
3.7%(4)
3.33
Avg goals / game
360
Total goals
125
Home goals
235
Away goals

Copa del ReySeason Trends

Goals distribution across 15-minute periods of play, revealing when goals are most likely to be scored. This is critical for live betting strategies — leagues with high concentrations of late goals (76-90 min) may offer value in late-goal markets, while first-half dominant leagues favor early cash-out strategies.

0-15
10.6%
16-30
15.3%
31-45
15.8%
46-60
15.3%
61-75
14.7%
76-90
28.3%

Top Scorers

The top 15 goalscorers in the Copa del Rey 2025 season. A. Griezmann leads with 5 goals, followed by Raúl García (4) and A. Lookman (3). These 15 players have scored 42 goals combined — key data for anytime goalscorer bets and understanding which teams depend on a single attacker.

Top Assists

The leading assist providers in the Copa del Rey 2025 season. Gonçalo Guedes tops the chart with 4 assists, followed by Víctor Muñoz (3) and M. Solomon (3). Assist leaders are often key creators whose involvement boosts their team's goalscoring — valuable context for both goalscorer and team performance markets.

Top Cards

Disciplinary leaders in the Copa del Rey 2025 season. Diego López has received the most yellow cards with 3, followed by Natan (3) and Gonçalo Guedes (2) — 32 yellows in total among listed players. On the red card side, Aitor Paredes leads with 1. Card counts are essential for bookings markets and assessing which players are suspension risks.

Copa del ReyTeams

All 110 teams competing in the Copa del Rey 2025 season. Click any club to view their full squad, match history, and detailed statistics.

Copa del ReyReferees

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Top 6 referees officiating in the Copa del Rey, led by Pablo González. Compare cards issued, goals per match, and strictness to anticipate how the assigned referee might influence match flow and card-related bets.

Officiated
17
0
0
Y/M
0.00
R/M
0.00
Goals
49
Officiated
17
0
0
Y/M
0.00
R/M
0.00
Goals
47
Officiated
13
0
0
Y/M
0.00
R/M
0.00
Goals
45
Officiated
7
0
0
Y/M
0.00
R/M
0.00
Goals
33
Officiated
6
0
0
Y/M
0.00
R/M
0.00
Goals
18
Officiated
6
7
0
Y/M
1.17
R/M
0.00
Goals
11

Copa del ReyPast Seasons

Browse 7 archived seasons of the Copa del Rey, from 2018 to 2024. Each season page includes full standings, top scorers, and match results — useful for comparing historical performance and identifying long-term betting patterns.

History 15 Jan 2025

Founded1903Preceded byCopa de la Coronación

The Copa del Rey was established in 1903 as Spain's national cup competition, following the one-off Copa de la Coronación held in 1902. Originally contested by a small number of clubs from the major Spanish cities, the competition expanded dramatically throughout the 20th century to encompass the entire Spanish football pyramid. The tournament underwent a radical structural overhaul in 2019–20, introducing a seeded, multi-round format that ensured only the 16 strongest teams would enter at later stages, creating a more balanced competition while preserving opportunities for lower-league sides to face elite opposition. This format change has been widely credited with revitalising the Copa del Rey's global appeal and unpredictability. The competition has seen numerous sponsorship iterations, though it remains officially titled the Copa del Rey (Cup of His Majesty the King). Throughout its history, the Copa has produced some of Spanish football's most iconic moments, from Barcelona's dominance in the 21st century to Athletic Bilbao's historic success and the occasional shock results that define cup football.

  • 1903 — Copa del Rey founded as Spain's first national cup competition
  • 1930 — Copa del Rey expanded to include clubs from across Spain beyond major cities
  • 1980 — Real Madrid defeated Castilla 6–1 in the most dominant cup final performance
  • 1999 — Valencia defeated Real Madrid 6–0 in a Copa del Rey semi-final at Mestalla
  • 2019 — Copa del Rey format revolutionised with seeding system and multi-round structure
  • 2024 — Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3–2 in extra time in a dramatic final at La Cartuja

Competition Format 15 Jan 2025

Teams125European spots1

The Copa del Rey is a single-elimination knockout tournament featuring 125 clubs from across Spain's football pyramid. The modern format, introduced in 2019–20, uses a seeded system to balance competitive fairness with the romance of cup football: lower-league teams are guaranteed participation, but the strongest clubs enter at later stages. Matches are decided by a single leg through most rounds, with the exception of the semi-finals, which are played over two legs to ensure meaningful home-and-away contests between the remaining elite teams. The final is played as a single match at a neutral venue. Clubs that finish in the top positions of La Liga automatically qualify for the following season's UEFA Europa League, and the Copa del Rey winner secures additional European football qualification. Unlike league competitions, the Copa del Rey employs extra time and penalty shootouts to determine winners when matches end in draws, creating dramatic conclusions that have defined the competition's identity.

Records 15 Jan 2025

Most titlesBarcelona (32)All-time top scorerTelmo Zarra (81 goals)

Lionel Messi holds the record for most goals scored in Copa del Rey finals with 9 goals across 7 final appearances, establishing himself as the competition's greatest player in its most important matches.

Analysis 15 Jan 2025

Current Season Analysis

The 2025–26 Copa del Rey season is in its early stages, with the competition's characteristic blend of established elite clubs and ambitious lower-league sides competing across 125 teams. Barcelona, Real Madrid, Valencia, and Real Sociedad have emerged as early standout performers, with Real Sociedad demonstrating particular consistency through a seven-match unbeaten run. The competition's seeded format ensures that the top-flight teams will face their sternest tests in the latter stages, though the early rounds have already produced the unpredictable results that define cup football in Spain. Valencia has shown impressive form with a four-match winning streak, signalling their intent to challenge for silverware after several seasons of rebuilding.

The title race remains wide open at this juncture, with Barcelona seeking to build on their dramatic 3–2 victory over Real Madrid in last season's final. The rivalry between Spain's two giants will likely intensify as both clubs navigate the competition's knockout stages, though the presence of Athletic Bilbao, Atlético Madrid, and other traditional powerhouses ensures that the path to the final remains treacherous. Real Madrid's challenge to reclaim the trophy they won in 2024 will be tested by the depth of competition, while Real Sociedad's recent form suggests they could emerge as genuine contenders if they maintain their current trajectory.

Historical Significance and Global Impact

The Copa del Rey's 122-year history reflects Spain's evolving football landscape, from a competition among the country's elite clubs to a genuinely inclusive tournament that provides genuine pathways for lower-division sides. The 1999 semi-final clash between Valencia and Real Madrid, which saw the Mestalla hosts deliver a shocking 6–0 victory, exemplifies the competition's capacity to produce unforgettable moments that transcend the sport. More recently, the 2019–20 format overhaul transformed the Copa del Rey from a competition often dismissed as secondary into one of world football's most compelling narratives, where tactical preparation and squad depth matter as much as individual brilliance.

The competition's commercial value has grown substantially, with broadcast rights now valued at €80 million for the domestic market alone and global reach extending to over 150 territories. This expansion reflects the Copa del Rey's unique positioning: it offers elite clubs the prestige of a major trophy, provides lower-league teams with genuine opportunities for glory, and delivers unpredictable drama that television audiences find irresistible. The tournament's success in balancing these competing interests—through the introduction of seeding, two-legged semi-finals, and a single-match final—has made it a model for domestic cup competitions globally.

Individual Excellence and Record Performances

Lionel Messi has established himself as the Copa del Rey's greatest player in its most important moments, scoring 9 goals across 7 final appearances and providing 33 assists throughout his career in the competition. His dominance in finals demonstrates the competition's ability to elevate the performances of the world's best players, with Messi's trophy haul of 7 Copa del Rey titles reflecting Barcelona's supremacy during his era. The all-time leading goalscorer, Telmo Zarra, accumulated 81 goals across a different era of the competition, highlighting how the Copa del Rey has evolved in terms of scoring patterns and tactical approaches.

Raúl García, the Athletic Bilbao midfielder, holds the record for most appearances with 88 matches, symbolising the loyalty and commitment that defines his club's relationship with the Copa del Rey. Athletic Bilbao's historical success in the competition—24 titles, second only to Barcelona—reflects a cultural connection to the cup that transcends individual seasons. The competition continues to produce memorable individual performances: recent seasons have seen emerging talents use the Copa del Rey as a platform to announce themselves on Spain's biggest stages, while established stars seek redemption through cup success when league titles prove elusive.

The Format Revolution and Its Impact

The 2019–20 format changes represented a watershed moment for the Copa del Rey, addressing long-standing criticisms that the competition had become too predictable and that lower-league clubs faced insurmountable obstacles. The introduction of seeding ensured that by the time elite clubs entered the competition, they would face meaningful opposition rather than one-sided encounters. The two-legged semi-final format, implemented to provide four matches between the final four teams rather than two, has proven particularly successful in generating excitement and ensuring that no single match determines progression.

This structural innovation has reinvigorated the Copa del Rey's global profile, with football analysts and commentators frequently praising it as superior to other European domestic cup formats. The competition now delivers genuine uncertainty—the 2024–25 final between Barcelona and Real Madrid, decided by a Jules Koundé goal in extra time, exemplified how the tournament continues to produce dramatic finales that capture global attention. The balance between competitive integrity and the preservation of cup football's essential unpredictability represents a successful model for how traditional competitions can evolve without losing their identity.

European Qualification and Strategic Importance

Copa del Rey success carries significant implications for European football participation. The winner qualifies for the UEFA Europa League, while clubs finishing in the top positions of La Liga secure Champions League qualification. This dual pathway means that the Copa del Rey is never merely a secondary competition for Spanish clubs—it offers both prestige and practical benefits in the form of European football access. For clubs outside La Liga's traditional top four, a Copa del Rey victory can represent a transformative achievement, providing financial resources and continental exposure that can reshape their trajectory.

The competition's role in the Spanish football ecosystem extends beyond individual seasons. A successful Copa del Rey run can provide momentum that influences league form, while conversely, clubs juggling European commitments must carefully manage squad rotation in the cup. This interplay between domestic league and cup competition creates strategic complexity that elite managers must navigate, with some seasons seeing clubs prioritise the Copa del Rey over league fixtures when European qualification appears secure, and other campaigns seeing the opposite approach adopted.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clubs compete in the Copa del Rey?

The Copa del Rey features 125 clubs from across Spain's football pyramid, ranging from La Liga clubs to regional lower-division teams, making it one of Europe's most inclusive cup competitions.

Which club has won the most Copa del Rey titles?

Barcelona has won the Copa del Rey a record 32 times, significantly more than any other club. Athletic Bilbao is second with 24 titles, and Real Madrid third with 20 titles.

How does the Copa del Rey format work?

The Copa del Rey uses a single-elimination knockout format with a seeded system introduced in 2019–20. Lower-league clubs enter in early rounds, while top-flight teams join at later stages. The semi-finals are played over two legs, and the final is a single match at a neutral venue.

Do Copa del Rey winners qualify for European football?

Yes, the Copa del Rey winner qualifies for the UEFA Europa League. Additionally, clubs finishing in the top positions of La Liga secure Champions League qualification, with the Copa winner securing additional European spots.

When was the Copa del Rey founded?

The Copa del Rey was founded in 1903, making it the oldest national football competition in Spain and one of the oldest cup tournaments in world football.

Who is the all-time top scorer in Copa del Rey history?

Telmo Zarra holds the record for most goals in Copa del Rey history with 81 goals. Lionel Messi is the modern era's dominant figure, scoring 56 goals across 80 appearances and 9 goals in finals alone.

API data: 26 Apr 2026 · Stats updated: 26 Apr 2026 · Content updated: 15 Jan 2025