Copa del Rey 2023-2024: complete knockout format, dates and final

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Details of the tournament running from October 2023 through April 2024.

The Copa del Rey is one of the most watched competitions each season in Spain. The 2023-2024 edition aims to crown a new champion after Real Madrid won the 2022-2023 final by defeating Osasuna.

Copa del Rey 2023-2024: single match format, participating teams, draws, rounds, calendar, dates and final

This guide covers every essential aspect of the knockout tournament.

Copa del Rey 2023-2024: draws, qualifiers, matches, calendar, dates and final

Previous round: October 11 and 12, 2023

First round: October 31, November 1 and 2, 2023

Second round: December 5, 6 and 7, 2023

Round of 32: January 6 and 7, 2024

Round of 16: January 17, 2024

Quarter finals: January 24, 2024

Semi finals: February 7, 2024 in one leg and February 28, 2024 in the return leg

Final: April 6, 2024

Copa del Rey Final 2023-24: date, venue, time and result

The final will return to La Cartuja stadium in Seville, a venue designated to host finals from 2020 to 2025. It is scheduled for April 6, 2024, marking the 122nd final of the tournament and the eighth to be staged in Seville. Previous finals were held in Seville in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023, with earlier finals contested in 1999 and 2001, including the 1925 Barcelona vs Arenas de Getxo clash.

Copa del Rey 2023-24 semi finals: dates, matchups, rounds, times and results

The semi finals run from February 7 to February 28, 2024. They are two leg eliminations, with no away goals rule. If the aggregate remains level after 180 minutes, extra time decides, followed by a penalty shootout if needed.

Copa del Rey 2023-24 quarter finals: dates, matchups, rounds, times and results

The quarter finals take place on January 24, 2024. They are single match eliminations and if the result is not settled in 90 minutes, extra time and then a shootout determine the winner.

Copa del Rey 2023-24 Round of 16: dates, pairings, matches, schedules and results

The winners of the round of 16 advance to the next stage. The matches are on January 17, 2024. They are single leg ties that go to extra time and penalties if needed.

Copa del Rey 2023-24 Round of 32: dates, pairings, matches and results

The round of 32 includes the teams advancing from the second round along with big clubs such as Barcelona, Real Madrid, Osasuna and Atlético Madrid. Matches are scheduled for January 6 and 7, 2024. They are single knockout games that go to extra time and penalties if necessary.

Copa del Rey 2023-24 second qualifying round: teams, format, dates and results

A total of 56 teams participate in this round, with SD Amorebieta joining as the First Federation champion. Twenty eight matches are played on December 5, 6 and 7, 2023. Winners progress to the third round or to the round of 32.

Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético Madrid and Osasuna are not involved yet as they compete in the 2024 Spanish Super Cup and join Copa del Rey at the round of 32.

These are one match knockouts with extra time and penalties if needed.

Copa del Rey 2023-24 first qualifying round: dates, pairings, matches and results

Eleven teams from the First Division and a mix from other tiers participate. The round includes 55 matches and features the First Federation champion Amorebieta entering at this stage, while teams in the Spanish Super Cup begin in the round of 32.

Pairings are decided by a draw meant to pair lower division clubs against higher division opponents whenever possible. The draw uses seven pots representing different levels of the league system, with matches played at the home of the lower ranked team when needed.

The rounds run from October 31 to November 2, 2023, with the 55 winners and Amorebieta moving on to the next round.

These are single knockout matches with extra time and penalties if needed.

FIRST ROUND MATCHES

Qualifying matches involve teams from the First Division playing against clubs from lower divisions

Hernán Cortés vs Betis

Chiclana vs Villarreal

AD Tardienta vs Getafe

Atlético Lugones vs Rayo Vallecano

CD Quintanar vs Sevilla

Deportivo Murcia FC vs Alavés

Turegano CF vs Celta

Buñol vs Real Sociedad

Rubí vs Athletic

Boiro vs Mallorca

San Roque de Lepe vs Girona

Talavera vs Almería

Badalona Futur vs Cádiz

UD Logroñés vs Valencia

Arosa SC vs Granada

Manacor vs Las Palmas

Elimination with teams from the Second Division

Atlético Astorga vs Andorra

Varea vs Levante

Lorca Deportiva vs Eibar

Real Jaén vs Eldense

Azuaga vs Cartagena

Atzeneta vs Zaragoza

Peña Deportiva vs Valladolid

Messenger vs Espanyol

Navalcarnero vs Alcorcon

Terrassa FC vs Albacete

Guijuelo vs Sporting

Utebo vs Mirandes

Manresa vs Oviedo

Europa vs Elche

Marbella vs Racing de Ferrol

Zamora vs Racing

Alenense vs Leganés

Hercules vs Burgos

Compostela vs Tenerife

Águilas FC vs Huesca

Elimination between First Federation and Second Federation teams

Egues Valley vs Teruel

Barakaldo vs Malaga

Andratx vs Tarazona

Tudelano vs Recreativo de Huelva

Gimnástica Segoviana vs Sestao River

Manchego Ciudad Real vs Antequera

Real Avilés Industrial vs Arenteiro

Covadonga vs Deportivo

Naxara vs UD Melilla

Gernika vs Unionists of Salamanca

Villanovense vs Ibiza

CA Antoniano vs Lugo

Barbastro vs Ponferradina

Yeclano vs Atlético Sanluqueño

UCAM Murcia vs Linares

Arandina vs Real Murcia

Cacereño vs Castellón

Orihuela vs Nastic

Elimination between teams in the same category

Ursaria vs Cayon

Previous round of Copa del Rey 2023-24: dates, times and results

The ten matches were played on October 11 and 12, 2023. The winners moved on to the first round.

Copa del Rey 2023-24: single match format and participating teams

To reach the semi final stage, five one match knockout rounds are played with extra time and penalties if needed. The semi finals are played in a home and away format.

Clubs in the Spanish Super Cup final for 2024 Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Osasuna do not compete in the Copa del Rey until the round of 32.

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During all draws, teams from all levels are matched with those from higher divisions whenever possible. Home advantage is determined by the order of draw for pairings in the same category.

How to watch the Copa del Rey 2023-2024 on television: Movistar, TVE, La 1, Teledeporte and rtve.es

The Cup of His Majesty The King is broadcast on free television in Spain. Rights management authorities allocated the rights to RTVE for the 2022-2025 cycle, guaranteeing at least 15 open matches each season. RTVE will show two matches per round, both legs of the semi finals, and the final. Other matches remain subject to broadcast rights sales as the process advances to the second round.

Movistar Plus has also secured collaboration, offering live coverage and on demand options across devices. The package includes multi device access and streaming through the Movistar+ app and platform websites. Orange TV also provides access to the competition as part of its sports portfolio.

Movistar can be watched on phones, tablets, computers and smart TVs via the official app or site. An electronic key ensures access to weekly matches across devices. Viewers can watch live, replays, and on demand as needed.

In summary, the Copa del Rey 2023-24 can be followed across multiple platforms in Spain, with continued coverage through 2025 as broadcasting rights evolve.

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