2025 is treating Barça well. So far, the players have started the year as they began the season, overwhelming their opponents. In the round of 16 match of the Copa del Rey against Real Betis, the team once again showcased its offensive potential.
Second Consecutive "manita"
Two matches and ten goals in total. Against Real Betis, the players shared the Super Cup title with the fans and reaffirmed the ambition of a team with no ceiling. Despite the benching of Alejandro Balde, Robert Lewandowski, and Marc Casadó, key players in Flick's plans, Barça managed to advance to the quarterfinals.
Just as the match started, only 3 minutes after the initial whistle, Gavi opened the scoring. From there, Barça indulged in a feast that culminated in a team exhibition. It was the perfect gift for the 46,000 spectators who supported the team despite the cold in Montjuïc.
The standout player of the match was Lamine Yamal, who once again demonstrated his quality, flair, and goal-scoring ability. Jules Koundé also excelled, with a spectacular goal and another disallowed for a millimetric offside that was even better than the first.
This is How the Copa Del Rey Quarterfinal Draw Will be
Therefore, Barça will be in the quarterfinal draw of the Copa del Rey, which will take place next Monday (1 PM) at the Ciudad del Fútbol in Las Rozas.
Confirmed possible opponents include Valencia, Leganés, Getafe, and Atlético de Madrid after eliminating Ourense (0-2), Almería (2-3), Pontevedra (0-1), and Elche (0-4), respectively. All, therefore, are first division teams.
Today, the draw will be completed with the winner of the matches Athletic-Osasuna (7:30 PM), Real Sociedad-Rayo Vallecano (7:30 PM), and Real Madrid-Celta (9:30 PM).
Regarding the draw's procedure, it will be straightforward, and those drawn first will play at home. Again, the knockout will be a single-elimination match.
The Copa del Rey quarterfinals will take place on February 4, 5, and 6, once the initial phase of the Champions League has concluded.