Barca or Real Madrid? Which team has the edge in Copa del Rey El Clasico finals?
Both teams must scale through the semis first...
No disrespect to Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad, but a possibility of an El Clasico final in the 2024/25 Copa del Rey has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout Spanish football.
As Barcelona and Real Madrid navigate their respective semifinal ties, we take a look at the historical head-to-head record between the two giants in Copa del Rey finals.
The two teams have clashed in the Copa del Rey final on seven occasions, with Real Madrid holding a slight edge over their arch-rivals.
Los Blancos have emerged victorious four times (2014, 2011, 1974, and 1936), while Barcelona have won three times (1990, 1983, and 1968).
Barcelona, however, boast an impressive record in the Copa del Rey, with 31 titles to their name.
Real Madrid have won the competition 20 times, with their most recent victory coming in 2022/23.
As the two teams potentially prepare to face off in the final, their historical head-to-head record in Copa del Rey finals will undoubtedly add an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup.