Talavera vs. Real Madrid—Copa del Rey: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The 2025–26 campaign offers a fresh start for Real Madrid, one that kicks off against an inferior opponent in third-tier side Talavera. The club, currently 19th in its section of the Primera Federación, has lost eight of its last 13 matches across all competitions.

The emotional Talavera connection that adds spice to Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey opener

Real Madrid begin their Copa del Rey journey with an away trip to Talavera, a fixture that may not immediately raise eyebrows among the wider football audience. Yet beneath the surface, this tie

Barcelona get there eventually! Andreas Christensen and Marcus Rashford earn Hansi Flick's side hard-fought win over third-tier minnows as Blaugrana narrowly avoid Copa del Rey ...

Andreas Christensen and Marcus Rashford were on target for Barcelona in the second half as the La Liga champions secured a hard-fought 2-0 win over third-tier Spanish side CD Guadalajara in a Copa del Rey round of 32 clash on Tuesday.

Transcript: Xabi Alonso comments on possible Endrick start ahead of Talavera vs Real Madrid in Copa del Rey

Real Madrid get their Copa del Rey campaign underway in the Round of 32 against third-tier Talavera. Los Blancos last won the competitions in the 2022-23 season, the first time in nine seasons.