The third round of the Copa del Rey has set the stage for an intriguing clash as Spanish football titans Real Madrid and Barcelona prepare to face off against fourth-division opponents. This development comes as both clubs, alongside Athletic Club and Mallorca, enter the competition at this stage due to their participation in the upcoming Spanish Super Cup.
Real Madrid is set to travel to Murcia to take on Deportiva Minera, a team that has already made headlines by eliminating Alaves on penalties in the previous round. The match will be held at Minera's modest 2,000-seater stadium, promising an electrifying atmosphere as the underdogs host the LaLiga champions.
Meanwhile, Barcelona will face UD Barbastro, another fourth-tier team that caused a stir by knocking out top-tier Espanyol last Thursday. This encounter will test Barcelona's mettle as they aim to avoid an upset similar to Barbastro's previous triumphs.
The Copa del Rey's single-elimination format adds an extra layer of excitement and unpredictability to these fixtures, with matches scheduled to take place in the first week of January. As the competition progresses, fans eagerly anticipate whether these lower-division teams can continue their giant-killing runs or if the established powerhouses will assert their dominance.
In addition to the headline clashes involving Madrid and Barcelona, Athletic Club will journey to Logroño to face UD Logroñés, while Mallorca is set to play against Pontevedra. These matches promise to deliver thrilling football action as teams vie for a coveted spot in the next round of Spain's prestigious cup competition.
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