Barcelona vs Real Madrid, two fierce rivals, will meet for the third time in the 2024–2025 season when they clash in the Copa del Rey (King’s Cup) final.
Barcelona are aiming for a hat-trick of victories over their archrivals, having already defeated Real Madrid 5-2 in the Spanish Super Cup final in January and 4-0 in a LaLiga fixture in October. The Catalan giants — the most successful club in Copa del Rey history with 31 titles — return to the final for the first time in three years, following their triumph over Athletic Bilbao in 2021.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are making their second Copa final appearance in just three seasons, having won their 20th title by beating Osasuna in 2023. Saturday’s blockbuster showdown will also mark the first Copa del Rey final meeting between the two sides in 11 years, and it will be the 260th competitive clash in their legendary rivalry.
Match Overview
The 2025 Copa del Rey final marks the first time Barcelona vs Real Madrid have faced each other in a Copa final since 2014. Barcelona, under the leadership of Hansi Flick, are aiming to capture their 32nd Copa del Rey title, while also taking the first step toward an ambitious treble this season. Meanwhile, Real Madrid, guided by Carlo Ancelotti, are seeking redemption after a challenging campaign, looking to secure a major trophy to lift morale and close their season on a high note.
When is the 2025 Copa del Rey Final?
The highly anticipated 2025 Copa del Rey final between Barcelona vs Real Madrid will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 10:00 PM local time (CEST) in Seville, Spain. Here’s the corresponding time for fans around the world:
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Spain (CEST): 10:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
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United Kingdom (BST): 9:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
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United States (Eastern Time): 4:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
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United States (Pacific Time): 1:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
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Mexico (CDT): 3:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
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Brazil (BRT): 5:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
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India (IST): 1:30 AM – Sunday, April 27
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Vietnam (ICT): 3:00 AM – Sunday, April 27
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Japan (JST): 5:00 AM – Sunday, April 27
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Australia (Sydney AEST): 6:00 AM – Sunday, April 27
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South Africa (SAST): 10:00 PM – Saturday, April 26
Fans across the globe will be tuning in to witness one of football’s greatest rivalries in a historic Copa del Rey final!
Recent Form & Head-to-Head
Barcelona:
Barcelona enter the final in excellent form, unbeaten in their last five matches. Their recent dominance over Real Madrid includes a 4-0 victory in La Liga and a 5-2 win in the Spanish Super Cup earlier this season.
Real Madrid:
Real Madrid’s form has been more mixed. While they secured recent wins over Getafe and Athletic Bilbao, they also suffered a setback with their Champions League elimination at the hands of Arsenal.
How to Watch the 2025 Copa del Rey Final
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Spain: RTVE, Movistar Plus+, TV3
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USA: ESPN+, ESPN Deportes, FuboTV
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United Kingdom: Premier Sports 1, TNT Sports
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Mexico: Sky Sports
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Brazil: ESPN Brasil, Star+
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India: Sony Ten 2, SonyLIV
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Vietnam: K+ Sports, FPT Play
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Australia: Optus Sport
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Japan: WOWOW, DAZN Japan
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Germany: DAZN
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France: beIN Sports
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Canada: TSN, RDS
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Indonesia: Vidio, Champions TV
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South Africa: SuperSport
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Argentina: ESPN Latin America
Fans worldwide can also follow live updates, real-time scores, and in-depth coverage through major sports news platforms, official club websites, and social media channels.
Where is the Copa del Rey Final Being Held?
The 2025 Copa del Rey final will take place at Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville, Spain. With a seating capacity of 57,600, it is the fifth-largest stadium in the country. La Cartuja is no stranger to big events — it was one of the 11 venues selected for the multi-nation UEFA Euro 2020 tournament. This iconic stadium also played host to last year’s Copa del Rey final in 2024, where Athletic Bilbao faced Osasuna. It continues to be a prime destination for Spain’s biggest football showdowns.
Which Team Is the Favourite to Win the Copa del Rey 2025?
Given their outstanding recent form and strong position at the top of the LaLiga table, Barcelona are considered the favourites to lift the Copa del Rey trophy. Under Hansi Flick’s leadership, Barcelona have suffered just one defeat across all competitions in 2025 — a 3-1 loss to Borussia Dortmund in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals. However, that setback didn’t prevent them from advancing to the semifinals. According to multiple bookmakers on the Oddschecker platform, Barcelona are the shorter-odds favourite to win, with an average payout of $2.10, compared to $3.10 for Real Madrid.
A victory in the Copa final would keep alive Barcelona’s dream of securing a historic quadruple this season: they have already won the Spanish Super Cup in January and are still competing for the Champions League, Copa del Rey, and LaLiga titles. Barcelona, currently Spain’s last remaining contender in the Champions League, are seen as frontrunners to win the tournament. In LaLiga, they maintain a four-point lead over Real Madrid, with just five games left to play.
How Did Real Madrid vs Barcelona Reach the 2025 Copa del Rey Final?
Real Madrid secured their place in the Copa del Rey final by edging out Real Sociedad with a 5-4 aggregate victory in the semifinals. Meanwhile, Barcelona booked their spot in the title clash by overcoming Atletico Madrid, also winning 5-4 on aggregate in a thrilling semifinal encounter. Both teams faced tough battles but ultimately prevailed to set up a highly anticipated El Clásico showdown in the final.
Who Is the Defending Copa del Rey Champion?
Athletic Bilbao are the reigning Copa del Rey champions, having lifted the trophy last season. However, their title defense came to an early end after being eliminated by Osasuna in the Round of 16. Bilbao’s early exit means there will be no back-to-back Copa champion this year — a feat that hasn’t been achieved since Barcelona won four consecutive titles from 2015 to 2018.
What Happened the Last Time Real Madrid Played Barcelona in a Copa del Rey Final?
The last time Real Madrid – Barcelona clashed in a Copa del Rey final was during the 2013–2014 season. In a thrilling encounter, Real Madrid emerged victorious with a 2-1 win, thanks to goals from Ángel Di María and Gareth Bale. Bale’s unforgettable solo run and finish secured the trophy for Madrid, marking one of the most iconic moments in Copa del Rey final history.
How Many Times Have Real Madrid and Barcelona Faced Each Other in a Copa del Rey Final?
Barcelona vs. Real Madrid have faced each other 38 times overall in the history of the Copa del Rey, but they have met specifically seven times in the final. In these head-to-head finals, Real Madrid hold a slight advantage, having won four out of seven encounters. Here’s a breakdown of their previous Copa del Rey final meetings:
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2014: Real Madrid 2–1 Barcelona
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2011: Real Madrid 1–0 Barcelona
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1990: Barcelona 2–0 Real Madrid
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1983: Barcelona 2–1 Real Madrid
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1974: Real Madrid 4–0 Barcelona
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1968: Barcelona 1–0 Real Madrid
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1936: Real Madrid 2–1 Barcelona
With history this evenly matched, the 2025 final promises yet another thrilling chapter in this legendary rivalry.
Which Team Has Won the Most Copa del Rey Titles?
Barcelona are the most successful club in Copa del Rey history, having lifted the trophy a record 31 times. They are followed by:
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Athletic Bilbao: 24 titles
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Real Madrid: 20 titles
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Atletico Madrid: 10 titles
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Valencia: 8 titles
Barcelona’s dominance in the competition highlights their longstanding tradition of success in Spanish football’s most prestigious domestic cup.
Will Lewandowski Play in the Copa del Rey Final?
Robert Lewandowski, Barcelona’s star striker, will miss the Copa del Rey final due to a hamstring injury, according to reports from Spanish media. The 36-year-old Polish forward, who has scored 40 goals across all competitions this season, suffered the injury during Barcelona’s 4-3 LaLiga victory over Celta Vigo on Saturday. He was forced off the pitch during the match.
Barcelona confirmed in an official statement:
“Tests carried out on Sunday have confirmed that first-team player Robert Lewandowski has a semitendinosus injury in his left thigh.”
While the club did not specify an exact recovery timeline, Spanish outlets report that Lewandowski is expected to be sidelined for approximately three weeks, ruling him out of both the Copa del Rey final and the upcoming Champions League semifinal.
Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Kylian Mbappé is on track to return from injury ahead of the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. Mbappé, who picked up an ankle injury during Madrid’s Champions League elimination against Arsenal last week, was forced to miss the club’s last two LaLiga matches. However, both he and fellow Frenchman Ferland Mendy are expected to be fit and available for the highly anticipated El Clásico final.
In contrast, Real Madrid have been dealt some significant blows in midfield and defense. Eduardo Camavinga has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, joining Éder Militão and Dani Carvajal on the injury list. All three will be unavailable for the Copa del Rey final. Despite these setbacks, the return of Mbappé and Mendy offers a major boost to Madrid’s hopes of lifting silverware.
Barcelona Team News
Robert Lewandowski will be the major absentee for Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final, sidelined with a hamstring injury. In addition to Lewandowski, Barcelona will also be without several other key players due to injury:
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Alejandro Balde
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Marc Casadó
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Marc Bernal
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Marc-André ter Stegen
The absence of these players poses a challenge for Hansi Flick’s squad depth as they prepare for the high-stakes clash against Real Madrid.
Possible Lineups for the 2025 Copa del Rey Final
Real Madrid Predicted Starting XI:
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Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois
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Defenders: Lucas Vázquez, Antonio Rüdiger, Raúl Asencio, Fran García
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Midfielders: Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni
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Attacking Midfielders: Rodrygo, Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Jr.
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Striker: Kylian Mbappé
Barcelona Predicted Starting XI:
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Goalkeeper: Wojciech Szczęsny
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Defenders: Jules Koundé, Ronald Araújo, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín
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Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Fermín López
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Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Raphinha
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Striker: Ferran Torres
Final Prediction: Barcelona vs Real Madrid
Given Barcelona’s current form and their dominant performances against Real Madrid earlier this season, the Catalan side enters the Copa del Rey final as the clear favorite. However, Real Madrid’s experience on big stages, coupled with the individual brilliance of stars like Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham, means they should not be underestimated.
Predicted Score:
Barcelona 3–1 Real Madrid