The anticipation for the Copa del Rey quarter-finals reached a fever pitch on Friday as the much-anticipated draw unfolded. The forthcoming matches promise to be nothing short of thrilling, with some of Spain’s most formidable football teams pitted against each other.
In a highly-anticipated showdown, Barcelona is set to clash with Athletic Club in a bid to secure a coveted spot in the semi-finals. Having demonstrated their tenacity by overcoming Unionistas de Salamanca with a resounding 3-1 victory, Xavi’s formidable team is poised for an electrifying face-off with the 23-time Copa winners, Athletic Club, who secured their quarter-final berth by triumphing over Alavés with a 2-0 win.
Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid, fresh off their triumph over Real Madrid, is set to take on Sevilla in what promises to be a riveting match-up. Girona, the current La Liga leaders, will be facing a tough challenge as they travel to Mallorca, while three-time finalists Celta Vigo are gearing up to host Real Sociedad.
These quarter-final encounters are scheduled as single games and are all set to unfold on January 23, 24, and 25, stirring up unparalleled excitement and fervor among football enthusiasts worldwide. As the tension mounts and the stakes grow higher, fans can look forward to a display of exceptional skill, unwavering determination, and nail-biting moments as the remaining teams battle it out for glory in the Copa Del Rey.