The 2022-2023 King’s Cup is already underway, and anticipation is high as the field narrows to reveal the 28 teams that will join Fútbol Club Barcelona, Real Betis, Real Madrid, and Valencia Club de Fútbol in the round of 32. Across December 20, 21 and 22, the elimination rounds will determine who advances to the third round of this edition, shaking up the schedule and setting up a few dramatic matchups to watch over the coming weeks.
Where can you watch the draw for the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey 2022-2023 live online: TV channel and online streaming
The round of 16 draw for the Copa del Rey is broadcast live through the official streams of the RFEF, with the draw scheduled for Friday, December 23 at a time that will be confirmed closer to the event. Fans can expect comprehensive coverage, including expert commentary and key details about pairings, venues, and dates for each tie.
In this round, 32 teams compete, four of which are already known: Barcelona, Real Betis, Real Madrid, and Valencia, who will begin their involvement at this stage. The remaining 28 clubs will be revealed during the December 20–22 matches, creating a diverse mix of top-flight and lower-division teams that could produce exciting upsets and memorable moments for supporters across Spain and beyond.
The 28 matches are scheduled for Tuesday the 20th, Wednesday the 21st, and Thursday the 22nd of December, 2022. It is worth noting that players who are with clubs that have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar may be unavailable if their national team’s involvement overlaps with these dates, given that the tournament concluded just a few days earlier.
How the draw works and the single-match format of the 2022-2023 Copa del Rey Round of 16
There will be 16 ties featuring 32 teams. The 28 clubs that advanced from the second round will meet Real Madrid, Real Betis, Barcelona, and Valencia, who enter at this stage due to their status and recent performance in the season’s schedule. The draw aims to pair lower-tier clubs against higher-tier clubs whenever possible, creating a balanced tournament path and opportunities for upsets.
Venue selection follows a practical approach: matches are hosted at the stadium of the lower-tier club, provided the venue meets the minimum requirements set by the RFEF. If both teams are from the same category, the home ground of the club drawn first will host the tie. Each tie is decided in a single 90-minute match, with extra time played if the score is level after regulation, and penalties if the deadlock persists beyond extra time.
Which teams are participating in the draw for the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey 2022-2023
These are the teams that have secured a place in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey
- Football club Barcelona
- Real Betis
- Real Madrid
- Football club Valencia
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