Real Madrid vs Osasuna Copa del Rey Final Preview 2023

There are still a few hours before the ball gets rolling in La Cartuja, but a live preview will be shown very soon.

Real Madrid and Osasuna face off in the Copa del Rey final this Saturday at La Cartuja. The Whites aim to lift the trophy for the twentieth time in their history, while the rojillos seek their first cup triumph.

The journey to this high-stakes clash was demanding for both teams. Carlo Ancelotti’s side eliminated major rivals such as Villarreal, Atlético Madrid, and the eternal league leaders FC Barcelona. They overturned a 0-1 deficit in the first leg with a resounding 0-4 victory at Camp Nou.

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On the Osasuna side, the team that has never won the Copa del Rey before battled through Seville and overcame their rivals to reach the final. A memorable goal by Pablo Ibáñez at 116 minutes sealed their epic qualification.

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As the final approaches, Osasuna’s squad faces doubts over Nacho Vidal and David García, while Brasanac’s fitness remains a concern. Real Madrid, meanwhile, navigates several key players’ availability, with Benzema, Vinícius, Modrić, and Álaba in the picture, and Mendy sidelined by injury.

Reactions and curiosities from the Real Madrid vs. Osasuna 2022-2023 Copa del Rey Final

What the players and coaches say after the match, and the moments that defined the night.

Minute by minute

Live updates will follow all the crucial moments of the game as they happen.

3:55 pm | Who performs in the Copa del Rey 2023 final Real Madrid vs. Osasuna: the artists and DJs taking the stage and everything you need to know.

The festive mood in the hours before kickoff travels to the Estadio de La Cartuja with performances marking the grand final. The lineup prepared for the occasion is outlined here.

3:45 pm | Real Madrid and Osasuna supporters share impressions in interviews, creating a lively pre-match atmosphere.

What this woman has to say about Osasuna shows the passion in Seville: “Only five hours left and we know the effort behind each cup. We’re not just chasing a trophy; we’re chasing pride.”

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3:40 pm | We spoke with Roberto Torres, Osasuna legend who recently hung up his boots and now reflects with his old teammates.

Roberto Torres says this final carries great significance. He notes how Seville’s streets glow red with joy and the team’s hunger to win is clear.

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3:35 pm | Seville breathes football as the city swells with football fans ahead of the clash.

Seville, a city that usually thrives on football, is buzzing today with Osasuna and Real Madrid supporters everywhere. The rojillos are embracing a dream, captured through the lens of the moment.

3:25 pm | Former Osasuna goalkeeper Juan Carlos Unzué joins the celebration, receiving warmth from the Osasuna crowd as the final approaches.

Unzué and his wife share a moment with the fans, symbolizing the strong bond between the club and its supporters.

3:20 pm | Real Madrid emphasizes the cup’s importance.

The Madrid club has drawn attention for treating the final with serious intent, underscoring the prestige of this knockout competition.

15:08 | Osasuna’s Copa del Rey history: how many times the club has reached finals and what lies ahead for their bid to lift the trophy.

The rojillo fans arrive with optimism, aware that the club has never won the Copa del Rey. The preview discusses past near-misses and the chances this year.

3:01 pm | Osasuna fans fill Seville’s streets with color and energy.

The final is expected to attract large crowds, with near 30,000 people anticipated at La Cartuja, well beyond the stadium’s usual capacity for El Sadar. The scene is set for a dramatic showdown.

14:53 | Real Madrid’s Copa del Rey tally: past triumphs and the title’s significance this year.

The Whites chase a twentieth Copa del Rey, a record they last lifted in 2014. The piece reviews previous Madrid successes in the knockout tournament.

2:37 pm | Osasuna’s players who climbed from the Second Division and now star in the 2023 final.

The Navarra squad features nine players promoted to the top flight in the last four years. This section profiles the key names among them.

14:13 | Jagoba Arrasate, Osasuna’s coach: career highlights and potential first Copa del Rey crown.

With this Copa, Arrasate could stake a lasting mark. The feature traces his coaching path and notable achievements.

14:01 | Real Madrid players who have already won the Copa del Rey and those pursuing the title again.

The latest edition last saw Real Madrid lift the trophy in 2014, and a look at which current players remain from that team is provided here.

2pm | The hours leading up to kickoff continue.

There are still a few hours before the ball starts in La Cartuja, but anticipation grows as the show ramps up. Join the coverage for a full preview of the duel that will crown the Copa del Rey champion.

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Probable lineups for Real Madrid vs Osasuna

Real Madrid (4-3-3): Courtois; Carvajal, Militao, Rudiger, Nacho; Valverde, Camavinga, Kroos; Rodrygo, Benzema, Vinícius

Osasuna (4-3-3): Herrera; Moncayola, Aridane, David García, Juan Cruz; Moi Gómez, Torro, Oroz; Chimy Ávila, Kike García, Abde

Source: Goal