A Retrospective on El Clasico: Barcelona vs. Real Madrid in Copa del Rey Finals
A look back at the most significant moments between two of soccer's most celebrated teams in their history of Copa del Rey finals.
On Saturday, the Copa del Rey final will be contested in a highly anticipated clash featuring Barcelona and Real Madrid, known as El Clasico. Both teams, considered titans of Spanish football, are not only fighting for the cup but also embroiled in a league title race. Barcelona is in the pursuit of a treble, while Madrid has been struggling, trailing them by four points in the league.
Key Details:
- Date: Sunday, April 26
- Time: 4 p.m. ET
- Location: Estadio de La Cartuja, Seville, Spain
- Live stream: ESPN+
- Odds: Barcelona +105; Draw +280; Real Madrid +200
History in the Tournament
The Copa del Rey has been ongoing for 122 years since 1903, and this will be the eighth time that these two sides meet in the finals. Fidel’s athletic achievements include Barcelona winning the tournament 31 times, while Madrid has lifted the trophy 20 times.
Historical Finals:
- 1936: Real Madrid 2, Barcelona 1
- 1968: Barcelona 1, Real Madrid 0
- 1974: Real Madrid 4, Barcelona 0
- 1983: Barcelona 2, Real Madrid 1
- 1990: Barcelona 2, Real Madrid 0
- 2011: Real Madrid 1, Barcelona 0 (after extra time)
- 2014: Real Madrid 2, Barcelona 1
This historic rivalry continues with high stakes and passionate moments expected just like before.
