The draw for the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey pits Barcelona against a complicated rival

After an impressive victory against Barbastro in their first Copa del Rey match, FC Barcelona already knows the identity of their next rival.

In the round of 16, Barça will face Real Betis in Montjuïc. This clash will take place on January 14, 15 or 16, 2025 and will be decided in a single-match match.

The draw was completely open, that is Barça He could have been paired with any team, including heavyweights like Real Madrid or Atlético Madrid.

Instead, Real Madrid will host Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabéu, while Atlético will face Elche away from home.

Interesting challenge

Real Betis, winners of the Copa del Rey two seasons ago, present an intriguing challenge for Barcelona. While they may not be the toughest opponents Barça could have drawn, they are far from the easiest.

Our rival in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey is Betis pic.twitter.com/8VSswQUDEj

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) January 8, 2025

The league meeting between the two teams at the Villamarín in early December ended in a close 2-2 draw, showing Betis’ ability to test even the strongest teams.

Hansi Flick’s team will have some confidence playing at home in Montjuïc, but must remain cautious against a determined Betis.

Important tournament for Barcelona

The Copa del Rey remains a crucial tournament for Barcelona this season, and their goal will be to secure their place in the quarterfinals.

The next few rounds promise intense action, with the quarter-finals scheduled for February 5, 2025. The semi-final stage will follow, with the first leg on February 26 and the second leg on April 2, 2025.

Barça They will be eager to continue their good run in this competition, but they cannot afford to underestimate any opponent, especially a team as capable as Real Betis. Fans can expect an exciting match as the road to Copa del Rey glory intensifies.