The Arbeloa squad, the reigning champions, carries the momentum of a season defined by high-stakes excitement as it heads toward the crown jewel match in the kingdom of León.
Real Madrid and Almería are set to contest the glory this Saturday in the final of the Copa del Rey youth, a prestigious event staged in the kingdom of León that will yield the season’s first major trophy. Álvaro Arbeloa’s team seeks to defend their title, riding a wave of pressure and anticipation as the tournament reaches its peak.
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The final venue remains the León region, the home for this Youth Copa del Rey Final Four, where fans anticipate a memorable conclusion to an intense campaign. The odds favorite leans toward Real Madrid, who arrive unbeaten in 34 appearances across all competitions this season, with an impressive ledger of 30 victories, four draws, 121 goals scored, and just 19 conceded.
During the semifinals, Real Madrid breezed past Athletic Club de Bilbao, securing a 2-0 win thanks to goals from Nico Paz and Ander Fernández. In the other semi, Deportivo La Coruña produced a dramatic finish, overturning a deficit with a late strike by Rachad, sparking some controversy as questions about whether the ball had crossed the line were raised by the home crowd (citation: Goal).