Competition
Copa del Rey
About Copa del Rey
The Copa del Rey, formally Copa de Su Majestad el Rey de Fútbol, is the Spanish football cup. It is contested by 126 clubs from across the Spanish football pyramid, including LaLiga, Segunda División, Primera Federación, and lower divisions. The competition is single-elimination from the first round, with a single-leg final at a neutral venue.
In Spain, broadcast rights are held by RTVE (free-to-air, on La 1 and Teledeporte) and Movistar Plus+ for paid coverage. The winner qualifies for the following season's UEFA Europa League league phase and earns a place in the Spanish Supercopa.
Coverage snapshot
In the current schedule, Copa del Rey has 0 listed matches with 0 broadcasting channels. The channel mix is 0 free-to-air and 0 subscription services in this dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch the Copa del Rey?
In Spain, RTVE broadcasts the Copa del Rey free-to-air on La 1 and Teledeporte. Movistar Plus+ offers paid coverage of additional matches. International rights vary by country.
How is the Copa del Rey structured?
The competition involves 126 clubs across the Spanish football pyramid. It is single-elimination from the first round. From the round of 32 onwards, LaLiga clubs play one-leg ties at the lower-division club's ground in a deliberate balance toward smaller clubs.
Does the Copa del Rey winner qualify for European football?
Yes — the winner of the Copa del Rey earns a place in the following season's UEFA Europa League league phase and qualifies for the Spanish Supercopa de España.
References
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