Copa del Rey Semi-Finals: Barcelona, Real Madrid & Atletico Madrid Learn Their Opponents

The 2024/25 Copa del Rey semi-final draw has set up two thrilling ties, with Barcelona facing Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid taking on Real Sociedad over two legs.

Barcelona & Atletico Madrid Set for a Fierce Battle

Barcelona, under the guidance of Hansi Flick, have been in devastating form, as seen in their 5-0 thrashing of Valencia in the quarter-finals. Atletico Madrid, equally dominant, put five past Getafe, setting up a mouth-watering clash between two of Spain’s top clubs.

Real Madrid Face a Tough Test Against Real Sociedad

Meanwhile, Real Madrid had to work harder to reach the final four, with a dramatic stoppage-time winner from Gonzalo Garcia sealing a narrow victory over Leganes. Their opponents, Real Sociedad, had a more straightforward route, defeating Osasuna 2-0.

Could We See a Clasico or Madrid Derby in the Final?

With Barcelona and Real Madrid in opposite semi-final ties, a Clasico final remains a possibility. However, Real Sociedad—who have reached just one Copa del Rey final in the last 37 years—will be determined to cause an upset.

Full 2024/25 Copa del Rey Semi-Final Fixtures

• Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid

• Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid

When Will the Semi-Finals Take Place?

The first leg of the semi-finals will take place on 25/26/27 February, with the return leg scheduled for 1/2/3 April. Unlike the previous rounds, which were single-elimination ties, the semi-finals will be played over two legs.

Real Madrid also face a congested fixture schedule, with their Champions League play-off round second leg against Manchester City coming just a week before their Copa del Rey semi-final opener.

Copa del Rey Final Venue

The 2024/25 Copa del Rey final will take place at La Cartuja Stadium in Seville on Saturday, 26 April. While the stadium has received criticism in the past, it will once again host Spain’s premier cup final.

The road to Seville is set, and with four top teams in contention, fans can expect high-intensity battles as Spain’s best fight for Copa del Rey glory!