Copa del Rey Semi-Final Draw Sets Up Exciting Clashes
The Copa del Rey semi-final draw, held on February 12, 2025, has set up two highly anticipated matchups: FC Barcelona vs. Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid vs. Real Sociedad.
The first legs of these encounters will take place on February 25 and 26, with the return legs scheduled for April 1 and 2. The grand final is set for April 26 at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville.
This draw keeps alive the possibility of an El Clásico final between Real Madrid and Barcelona—a showdown that hasn’t occurred in over a decade. Historically, Real Madrid has the edge in Copa del Rey finals against their rivals, winning 11 out of 18 meetings, including a 2-1 victory in the 2014 final.
In their last semi-final clash in 2017, Barcelona edged out Atlético Madrid 3-2 on aggregate, setting the stage for another thrilling battle between the two clubs.
Title Race and Treble Hopes
Beyond the Copa del Rey, both Real Madrid and Barcelona remain in the hunt for a historic treble, as they compete in LaLiga, the UEFA Champions League, and the domestic cup.
Currently, Real Madrid leads the LaLiga standings with 50 points, holding a one-point lead over Atlético Madrid, with Barcelona sitting in third, just one point behind Atlético.
With everything still to play for, these semi-final ties promise high-intensity football as all four teams battle for a place in the final and a shot at Copa del Rey glory.
