The draw for the preliminary round of the 2025-2026 Copa del Rey has been completed, setting the stage for the opening clashes of Spain’s premier domestic cup competition. The matches are scheduled to be played on September 3, 2025.
In one of the standout fixtures, CD Laredo will host CD Cayón. Meanwhile, CD Arnedo welcomes CD Alfaro, and CD Huétor Tájar faces off against CD El Palo. The preliminary round will also see UD Mutilvera take on CD Valle de Egüés, and CD Marchamalo play against CD Guijuelo.
The winners from these initial ties will advance to join the teams from the Primera Federación in the first round proper, which is set for November 12, 2025. The competition will then progress through subsequent rounds on predetermined dates: the second round on December 17, 2025, the round of 32 on January 7, 2026, the round of 16 on January 21, 2026, and the quarter-finals on February 4, 2026.
The semi-final first legs are scheduled for February 25, 2026, with the return legs following on March 11, 2026. The grand finale, where the new champion will be crowned, will take place on April 18, 2026.
For fans in the Middle East and North Africa, the exclusive broadcasting rights for the Copa del Rey have been secured by beIN SPORTS. The network will provide comprehensive live coverage of the tournament across its channels and digital platforms throughout the entire 2025-2026 season.
