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Copa del Rey Draw Sets 56 First-Round Ties Under New Proximity Rule as Mexico–Chile U‑20 Match Shifts to Prime Time

The new grouping curbs travel to cut costs for smaller clubs in the early rounds.

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Los jugadores del Sant Jordi celebran la clasificación tras imponerse al Lourdes.

Overview

  • The RFEF conducted the first‑round draw on October 6 in Las Rozas, placing 112 teams into 56 single‑match ties, with Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atlético and Athletic exempt as Supercopa participants.
  • Spain was divided into proximity‑based groups for the draw, with lower‑division sides paired against higher‑tier opponents and guaranteed home advantage; ties will be played October 28–30 without VAR.
  • Among notable pairings, Valencia will visit UD Maracena and Levante will travel to Orihuela, reflecting the proximity criterion applied in this edition.
  • Mexico progressed to the U‑20 World Cup round of 16 as Group C runner‑up with five points, and its matchup with host Chile on Tuesday was officially moved to 17:00 CDMX (20:00 in Valparaíso) to favor attendance and TV.
  • Sixteen‑year‑old Gilberto Mora, scorer of three group‑stage goals for Mexico, is a key player to watch as knockout play begins, with Argentina set to face Nigeria the following day.