Overview
- The Copa del Rey final will take place on Saturday at Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville, marking the first Barcelona vs. Real Madrid final in 11 years.
- Barcelona will be without star striker Robert Lewandowski due to a semitendinosus injury, while Real Madrid faces the absence of David Alaba and Eduardo Camavinga.
- Kylian Mbappé has returned to full training for Real Madrid and is expected to feature, offering a potential boost to their attacking lineup.
- Barcelona, under coach Hansi Flick, aims to secure the first trophy of a potential treble, with La Liga and Champions League aspirations still in play.
- Real Madrid, eliminated from the Champions League, views the Copa del Rey as a critical opportunity to salvage their season under Carlo Ancelotti.