Overview
- Kick-off is today at 3 pm ET (8 pm GMT) at Estadio Carlos Belmonte in the round of 16.
- UK coverage is on Premier Sports 2 with app streaming, and U.S. viewers can watch via Fubo, with additional providers listed for other regions.
- Arbeloa emphasized his enthusiasm for the cup as he steps in after Alonso’s exit following the Spanish Super Cup defeat to Barcelona.
- Centre-back Éder Militão is expected to be sidelined until April with a torn hamstring, and several first‑team players trained individually in the build-up.
- Second‑tier Albacete have struggled in the league but advanced by ousting higher‑ranked sides including Celta Vigo, while previews rate Madrid strong favorites and note projected, unofficial lineups.