Real Madrid will face Real Sociedad on February 26, 2025, for the semi-final match of the Copa del Rey, and fans are eager for this pivotal clash. Both teams are aiming for glory, with Real Madrid hoping to advance closer to another title, and Real Sociedad eager to leverage home advantage to cause an upset.
The match will take place at the Reale Arena, with kickoff set for 10:30 PM Cairo time and 11:30 PM Mecca time. This high-stakes encounter promises to be thrilling, especially following spectacular clashes earlier, including the enthralling 4-4 draw between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
Real Madrid, led by coach Carlo Ancelotti, enters the game with star players like Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Jude Bellingham, along with tactical expertise from Ancelotti himself, who has previously secured success. On the other hand, Real Sociedad is poised to steal the spotlight, having showcased strong performances throughout the season.
The teams are both coming off impressive form, with Madrid triumphing over teams like Celta Vigo and Leganés to reach this stage. Sociedad, too, defied expectations by overcoming Rayo Vallecano, setting the tone for what could be one of the most exciting matches of the tournament.
Fans can catch the match live on SSC sports networks which have exclusive broadcast rights, featuring commentary from Fares Awad. With the eyes of Spain on this semi-final, both clubs come prepared to lay it all on the line.
Real Madrid’s expected lineup for the match includes goalkeeper Andrei Lunin, with defenders like Lucas Vázquez and Antonio Rüdiger. Their midfield lineup features prominent figures like Bellingham and Dani Ceballos, supporting forwards Vinícius Júnior and Mbappé. This strategy reflects Ancelotti’s intent to utilize the team’s collective experience to secure victory.
Real Sociedad, under the guidance of coach Imanol Alguacil, will strive to maximize their home advantage with players like goalkeeper Alex Remiro leading the charge. The defensive lineup will feature players such as Aihen Muñoz and Naïm Aké, with Mikel Oyarzabal spearheading the attack alongside Takefusa Kubo, promising to mount considerable pressure on Madrid’s backline.
This meeting marks another chapter of rivalry, with Real Madrid having won their previous encounter earlier this season 2-0. Both teams are eager to build on their respective journeys toward the title with Real Madrid aiming for its 2023 Copa del Rey victory and Real Sociedad prepared to exploit any opportunity.
The second leg of this semi-final will take place on April 1, with Madrid hoping to secure their place for the finals held at the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. With so much at stake, both teams will no doubt bring their best game, and supporters are ready to witness what is likely to be another memorable match.
Fans everywhere will be holding their breath as the clock ticks down to kickoff, hungry for what promises to be footballing spectacle unlike any other.