Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad in the 2025-26 Copa del Rey final, held in Seville, on Saturday, April 18th at 22:00 CEST. The match took place at Estadio de La Cartuja, Seville. Atlético Madrid won the semifinal 4–3 over defending champion Barcelona on aggregate.
Here’s all you need to know about the 2026 Copa del Rey Final between Atlético Madrid and Real Sociedad, covering predictions, head-to-head stats, team lineups, kickoff time, and venue details.
The 124th edition of the Copa del Rey is taking place in Spain. The 2025–26 season kicked off on 27 September 2025, and now the tournament has reached its grand finale, featuring two top Spanish teams.
The 2025 Copa del Rey final will determine the tournament’s current champion. Atlético Madrid is the 4th most successful club with 10 titles, and Real Sociedad has won 2 titles of the 11th most successful team in Copa del Rey history.
Atletico Madrid eliminated FC Barcelona by 4-3 in the semifinal, while Real Sociedad overcame Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in their two-legged Copa del Rey semifinal.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad 2026 Copa del Rey Final
Atlético Madrid holds a clear edge, boasting 78 wins compared to Real Sociedad’s 45 in major competitions.
In the 2025-26 La Liga season, Atlético Madrid is running in solid form, having lost only 6 of their 29 matches, while Real Sociedad have lost 13 out of 29.
Atlético Madrid will be looking to keep up their strong form and secure their 11th Copa del Rey title, while Real Sociedad aims for a win after showing good form in the quarterfinals and semifinals of this season’s tournament.
Match Information
- When: Saturday, April 18
- Stadium: Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville
- Capacity: 72,000 spectators
- Kick-off Time: 10:00 PM local time (CEST) in Spain.
- Live Score: fifaworldcupnews.com, and the Official site
Team News
Atlético Madrid Team News
- Key Absences: Center-backs Josema Giménez (muscle) and David Hancko (ankle) are major doubts. Goalkeeper Jan Oblak has been sidelined for several weeks, though he has recently returned to training and could potentially challenge Juan Musso for the starting spot.
- Midfield Boost: Pablo Barrios is expected to be available after training normally following a thigh injury. Midfielder Johnny Cardoso is also available again.
- Likely Lineup: Musso; Molina, Le Normand, Lenglet, Ruggeri; Giuliano, Simeone, Llorente, Koke, Lookman; Julián Álvarez, Griezmann.
Real Sociedad Team News
- Injuries & Doubts: The Basques will be without Alvaro Odriozola (cruciate ligament) and Yangel Herrera (calf). Midfielder Jon Gorrotxategi remains a major doubt with a groin issue.
- Key Returns: Captain Mikel Oyarzabal is expected to return to the starting XI after being rested last weekend. Forward Take Kubo is also available but has played limited minutes recently.
- Likely Lineup: Marrero; Aramburu, Jon Martín, Elustondo, Sergio Gómez; Carlos Soler, Turrientes; Luka Sučić, Brais Méndez, Barrenetxea; Oyarzabal.
Copa del Rey 2026 final: Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Potential Starting XI
Atlético Madrid Starting XI vs Real Sociedad
- Goalkeeper: Juan Musso (deputizing for the injured Jan Oblak)
- Defense: Nahuel Molina, Marc Pubill, Clément Lenglet, Matteo Ruggeri
- Midfield: Giuliano Simeone, Marcos Llorente, Koke, Álex Baena
- Forwards: Antoine Griezmann, Julián Álvarez
- Key Absences: Jan Oblak (Hip/Muscle), Dávid Hancko (Ankle – Doubtful), Rodrigo Mendoza (Muscle), Pablo Barrios (Returning from injury/Bench).
Real Sociedad Starting XI vs Real Sociedad
- Goalkeeper: Unai Marrero (Remiro is a late fitness doubt)
- Defense: Jon Aramburu, Aritz Elustondo, Jon Martín, Sergio Gómez
- Midfield: Jon Gorrotxategi, Beñat Turrientes, Brais Méndez
- Forwards: Takefusa Kubo, Mikel Oyarzabal, Ander Barrenetxea
- Key Absences: Yangel Herrera (Calf), Orri Óskarsson (Thigh), Aihen Muñoz (Muscle), Carlos Soler (Discomfort), Igor Zubeldia (Muscle – Doubtful).
Key Players to watch in the 2026 Copa del Rey Final?
Atlético Madrid
- Alexander Sørloth (Striker)
- Antoine Griezmann (Forward)
- Ademola Lookman (Forward)
- Julián Álvarez (Forward)
- Nahuel Molina (Defender)
Real Sociedad
- Mikel Oyarzabal (Captain)
- Gonçalo Guedes (Winger or Forward)
- Óskarsson (Midfielder)
- Luka Sučić (Midfielder)
Where can you watch the Copa del Rey 2026 final?
Copa del Rey 2026 Broadcast rights vary by country. Below are the confirmed or likely platforms based on current tournament coverage on Live:
- United States: ESPN+ is the exclusive home for the Copa del Rey in the U.S. and will stream the final live. It is also likely to be televised on ESPN Deportes.
- Spain: The match will be broadcast live on RTVE (La 1) and its streaming platform RTVE Play. It may also be available on Movistar+ and DAZN.
- United Kingdom & Ireland: The final will be available on Premier Sports.
- France, Germany, Italy: DAZN.
Other Regions:
- South America: DIRECTV and Disney+ (varies by country).
- Asia: FanCode
- Middle East & North Africa: Shahid or beIN Sports.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad
In official competitive matches, Atlético Madrid holds the edge over Real Sociedad with 78 wins compared to 45, along with 34 draws in their last 157 encounters.
- Total Matches Played: 157
- Atlético Madrid Wins: 78
- Real Sociedad Wins: 45
- Draws: 34
Copa del Rey History
The 2026 final marks an exciting rematch of the 1987 Copa del Rey final, the only other occasion these two clubs faced each other to claim the trophy.
- 1987 Final: Real Sociedad won 4–2 on penalties after the match ended in a 2–2 draw.
Last 10 matches, all played in La Liga
| Date | Home Team | Away Team | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Mar 2026 | Atlético Madrid | 3–2 | Real Sociedad |
| 4 Jan 2026 | Real Sociedad | 1–1 | Atlético Madrid |
| 10 May 2025 | Atlético Madrid | 4–0 | Real Sociedad |
| 6 Oct 2024 | Real Sociedad | 1–1 | Atlético Madrid |
| 25 May 2024 | Real Sociedad | 0–2 | Atlético Madrid |
| 8 Oct 2023 | Atlético Madrid | 2–1 | Real Sociedad |
| 28 May 2023 | Atlético Madrid | 2–1 | Real Sociedad |
| 3 Sep 2022 | Real Sociedad | 1–1 | Atlético Madrid |
| 22 May 2022 | Real Sociedad | 1–2 | Atlético Madrid |
| 24 Oct 2021 | Atlético Madrid | 2–2 | Real Sociedad |
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Prediction
Atlético Madrid heads into the 2026 Copa del Rey final as the slight favorite to claim the trophy, thanks to their strong form over the last 20 matches in La Liga and UEFA Champions League.
- Atlético Madrid – 60%
- Real Sociedad – 40%
Which team has won the most Copa del Rey titles?
- Barcelona: 32
- Athletic Bilbao: 24
- Real Madrid: 20
- Atletico Madrid: 10
- Valencia: eight
