Copa del Rey matches this week: dates and times for ALL games

The Copa del Rey returns this week with the round of 32, where teams from various divisions will compete to continue advancing in the tournament. Here are the dates and times in the USA for all the matches so you won’t miss any details of this exciting competition.

The knockout tournament takes center stage

From January 3 to 7, 32 teams will play in single-elimination matches hosted by the lower-tier teams. This format guarantees surprises and unforgettable clashes. Highlights include the debuts of clubs also participating in the Supercopa de España: Real Madrid, Barcelona, Athletic Club, and Mallorca.

Among the 32 participants, the divisions represented are:

• 16 teams from La Liga (First Division).
• 9 teams from La Liga 2 (Second Division).
• 3 teams from Primera RFEF (Third Division).
• 4 teams from Segunda RFEF (Fourth Division).

The lower-division teams will face Spanish football giants in thrilling matchups like Deportiva Minera vs. Real Madrid and Barbastro vs. Barcelona.

Match schedule in USA time

Friday, January 3

• Racing de Ferrol vs. Rayo Vallecano - 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT
• Granada CF vs. Getafe CF - 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT
• Pontevedra CF vs. RCD Mallorca - 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT

Saturday, January 4

• SD Huesca vs. Real Betis - 9:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. PT
• CD Tenerife vs. CA Osasuna - 10:30 a.m. ET / 7:30 a.m. PT
• UD Almería vs. Sevilla FC - 11:30 a.m. ET / 8:30 a.m. PT
• UD Barbastro vs. FC Barcelona - 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT
• Marbella FC vs. Atlético de Madrid - 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT
• UD Logroñés vs. Athletic Club - 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT

Sunday, January 5

• Elche CF vs. UD Las Palmas - 6:00 a.m. ET / 3:00 a.m. PT
• Ourense CF vs. Real Valladolid - 6:00 a.m. ET / 3:00 a.m. PT
• SD Ponferradina vs. Real Sociedad - 9:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. PT
• Cartagena FC vs. CD Leganés - 9:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. PT
• Racing Santander vs. RC Celta de Vigo - 9:30 a.m. ET / 6:30 a.m. PT

Monday, January 6

• Deportiva Minera vs. Real Madrid - 11:00 p.m. ET / 8:00 a.m. PT

Tuesday, January 7

• CD Eldense vs. Valencia CF - 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT

Format and special features

The Copa del Rey format adds a unique charm to each match. Single-elimination games are hosted by the lower-tier teams, ensuring an electrifying experience for underdog teams and their fans. If tied, matches go into extra time and, if necessary, penalty shootouts.

Additionally, the tournament promotes equality by providing lower-division teams the opportunity to shine. In this round, clubs like UD Barbastro, Deportiva Minera, and Pontevedra CF will aim for historic upsets against spanish football’s elite.

What you need to know about the Copa del Rey

• Matches will take place from January 3 to 7 at various times.
• Lower-tier teams host games against higher-tier clubs.
• Highlighted matches include Deportiva Minera vs. Real Madrid and Barbastro vs. Barcelona.
• If tied, matches are decided by extra time and penalties.
• 16 La Liga teams and 16 from other divisions compete for advancement.
• The format guarantees surprises and the thrill of the knockout stages.