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Copa del Rey Final 2026

The Estadio de La Cartuja is hosting its seventh consecutive Copa del Rey final, having served as the permanent venue since 2020. The winners earn a place in the 2026/27 UEFA Europa League. Both finalists qualify for the 2027 Supercopa de España.

Copa del Rey 2025/26 Ticket Prices

Copa del Rey ticket prices on the resale market vary depending on the round, the teams involved and the venue. The final at La Cartuja carries the highest pricing of any domestic fixture in the Spanish football calendar.

These are indicative resale ranges, not fixed prices. Live listings on 1BoxOffice may sit above or below these figures depending on supply and demand at any given time.

Copa del Rey 2025/26 Semi-Final Results

The semi-finals were played over two legs in February and March 2026. Both ties produced compelling drama: Atletico Madrid survived a stunning Barcelona fightback, while Real Sociedad eliminated Athletic Club in the Basque derby.

Atletico's semi-final against Barcelona was one of the ties of the season. Diego Simeone's side scored four goals in the first half of the first leg at the Metropolitano, including an early own goal from Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia. Barcelona's Eric Garcia was sent off late in that match. In the return leg at Camp Nou, Marc Bernal scored twice, and Raphinha converted a penalty, but Barcelona fell one goal short at 3-0 on the night. Atletico held on for a 4-3 aggregate victory, reaching the Copa del Rey final for the first time in 13 years.

The Basque derby was a tighter affair. Benat Turrientes scored in the 62nd minute at San Mames to give Real Sociedad a 1-0 first-leg lead. In the second leg at Anoeta, Mikel Oyarzabal sealed the tie with an 87th-minute penalty after VAR spotted a foul on Yangel Herrera. Real Sociedad progressed 2-0 on aggregate under head coach Pellegrino Matarazzo.

Copa del Rey 2025/26 Quarter-Final Results

The quarter-finals were played as single-leg ties between 3 and 5 February 2026. When possible, matches were held at the lower-ranked team's stadium.

The headline from the earlier rounds was Albacete's stunning upset of Real Madrid in the round of 16. The Segunda Division side beat the 20-time Copa del Rey winners 3-2 at the Estadio Carlos Belmonte, ensuring there would be no repeat of the 2025 Clasico final. Barcelona survived a late scare against Albacete in the quarter-finals, winning 2-1 through goals from Lamine Yamal and Ronald Araujo.

What Is the Copa del Rey?

The Copa del Rey (King's Cup) is Spain's premier domestic knockout competition and the oldest football tournament in the country. First held in 1903, it predates the formation of La Liga by 25 years. The 2025/26 edition is the 124th staging and is officially branded as the Copa del Rey MAPFRE for sponsorship reasons.

The competition is open to clubs across every tier of the Spanish football pyramid, from amateur regional sides to La Liga heavyweights. Lower-division clubs host higher-ranked opponents throughout the early rounds, creating the conditions for giant-killing upsets that have defined the tournament for over a century. The winners earn a place in the following season's Europa League.

Copa del Rey 2025/26 Format and Key Dates

The RFEF introduced several format changes for the 2025/26 edition. The preliminary round became a two-legged tie for the first time, while the first and second rounds adopted a new geographical proximity pairing system to reduce travel for smaller clubs. From the round of 32, the four Supercopa de España participants (Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atlético Madrid and Athletic Club) are placed in a separate pot and drawn against the lowest-ranked sides remaining, ensuring they cannot meet each other until the quarter-finals.

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The History of the Copa del Rey

The Copa del Rey was first held in 1903, making it the oldest football competition in Spain and one of the oldest in the world. In those early years, the cup effectively served as the national championship because a formal league did not exist until La Liga was established in 1928. The tournament was initially open only to regional champions and has expanded steadily over the past 120 years.

The competition has been known by different names across political eras. During the Franco dictatorship (1939-1975), it was called the Copa del Generalísimo. The name Copa del Rey (King's Cup) was restored following the transition to democracy. Despite these changes, the tournament's prestige has remained constant, and it is one of the three domestic trophies that Spanish clubs compete for each season alongside La Liga and the Supercopa de España.

Previous Copa del Rey formats: how the competition used to work

Early era: regional champions only (1903-1928)

The Copa del Rey was the only national football competition in Spain before the league was founded. Participation was limited to regional champions, and the tournament served as both a cup competition and a de facto championship. Athletic Bilbao and Barcelona dominated this period.

Traditional knockout with two-legged rounds (1928-2019)

After the formation of La Liga in 1928, the Copa del Rey became a dedicated cup competition. For much of its modern history, the knockout rounds were played over two legs (home and away), with the final at a neutral venue. This format rewarded consistency but reduced the potential for upsets.

Single-match knockout format (2019-present)

In 2019, the RFEF revamped the Copa del Rey by introducing single-match knockout ties in every round except the semi-finals, with lower-division clubs hosting higher-ranked opponents. This change transformed the competition, making giant-killings far more likely and revitalising public interest. The 2025/26 edition added further refinements, including two-legged preliminary rounds and geographical proximity pairings.

Copa del Rey Final Venue: La Cartuja, Seville

The Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville has hosted the Copa del Rey Final every year since 2020, making it the established home of the showpiece event. The 57,600-capacity stadium was built for the 1999 World Athletics Championships and has also hosted Spain international matches and the 2021 Copa del Rey final between Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad, which was played behind closed doors during the pandemic.

Seville is well connected by high-speed rail (AVE) from Madrid, Barcelona and other major Spanish cities. The stadium is located on La Isla de la Cartuja, accessible by bus, taxi and a short walk from the city centre. International fans typically arrive via Seville Airport (San Pablo).

Copa del Rey Winners (Last 20 Editions)

Teams with Most Copa del Rey Titles

Barcelona hold the record with 32 Copa del Rey titles, extending their lead in 2025 after beating Real Madrid 3-2 after extra time. Athletic Bilbao's 24 titles include their 2024 victory over Mallorca, which ended a 40-year wait for the trophy. Atletico Madrid's last Copa del Rey title came in 2013, and they are seeking to end that drought in the 2026 final. Real Sociedad last won in 2020 when they beat Athletic Bilbao in a final played behind closed doors during the pandemic.

Copa del Rey Tickets for International Fans

International supporters regularly attend the Copa del Rey semi-finals and final, particularly fans from the UK and northern Europe drawn to fixtures in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and the Basque Country. 1BoxOffice allows fans to compare and buy tickets from anywhere in the world without needing a Spanish club membership or socios status.

If you are travelling from overseas, pay attention to the delivery type on each listing (mobile transfer, e-ticket or physical post) and any identification requirements at the turnstile. Spanish stadiums may require photo ID matching the ticket name. Seville, the host city for the 2026 final, is well served by direct flights from across Europe and by the AVE high-speed rail network from Madrid and Barcelona.

Famous Copa del Rey Upsets

The Copa del Rey's single-match knockout format, combined with lower-division clubs hosting at home, has produced some of the most memorable upsets in Spanish football. The 2025/26 edition continued this tradition when Albacete, from the Segunda Division, beat Real Madrid 3-2 in the round of 16. Previous editions have seen similar shocks, including Real Union's penalty shootout elimination of Villarreal and Mirandes' repeated giant-killing runs against La Liga opposition. These upsets are central to the competition's identity and a major reason why early-round Copa del Rey matches draw neutral interest across Spain and beyond.

FAQs About Copa del Rey Tickets

All facts stated on this page are taken from the official RFEF Copa del Rey records, ESPN match reports for both semi-final ties, Al Jazeera's Copa del Rey coverage, beIN Sports semi-final reports, the SI.com quarter-final recap and Football Espana's aggregate results coverage. Every match score, every date and every historical record was verified against these sources.