Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey final clash against Barcelona had all the ingredients of a classic showdown: pride, history, and silverware at stake. Except for the fact that Kylian Mbappe — the club’s top scorer and marquee star — had started the match on the bench.

For Carlo Ancelotti, who has led Madrid to countless triumphs, this latest setback may be the beginning of a painful farewell. But is this really the end of the road for the Italian boss?

Now, with the dust beginning to settle, Real Madrid is facing the prospect of losing Antonio Rudiger for an extended period — and the full extent of the punishment he could face is becoming a major talking point.

After FC Barcelona pulled off a 3-2 win against Real Madrid in the 2025 Copa del Rey final, young star Lamine Yamal extended his positive record against Kylian Mbappe.

In the second half of extra time, Jules Koundé appeared to score the winning goal for Barcelona to claim the Copa del Rey 2025 against Real Madrid.

With a stunning strike, FC Barcelona star Pedri opened the scoreline in the Copa del Rey 2025 final against Real Madrid.

Ahead of the Copa del Rey 2025 final against FC Barcelona, questions have been raised among Real Madrid fans about the reason behind Kylian Mbappe’s absence from the starting lineup.

After the controversy and the rumors about a potential game suspension, FC Barcelona and Real Madrid are set to face each other for the Copa del Rey 2025 final.

Barcelona will face Real Madrid in the 2024/2025 Copa del Rey final. Fans in the USA can watch all the action live, with kickoff times and broadcast information available here for both TV and streaming services.

While Real Madrid made headlines with formal complaints and fiery press conferences, Barcelona responded with ‘silence’—or at least, words whispered loud enough to echo across Spain.

Ahead of the Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid, coach Hansi Flick will be recovering a key FC Barcelona player.

Coach Hansi Flick mentioned that Lamine Yamal was preparing a surprise, but after it leaked, the youngster is now mirroring one of his idols at FC Barcelona.

As the hours ticked down to kickoff, the question on everyone’s lips wasn’t about tactics or title glory. It was something far more surreal: Will this match even happen?

The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has handed down its final verdict ahead of the Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona. As the tension rises in Seville, the issue isn’t about tactics, injuries, or even the weight of El Clasico history—but something more incendiary brewing behind the scenes.

With less than 24 hours for the kickoff, Real Madrid are reportedly considering pulling out of the Copa del Rey final against FC Barcelona.