Albacete Takes on Real Madrid: Your Complete Guide to Catching the Copa del Rey Clash Live
Real Madrid's upcoming fixture sees them travel to face Albacete in the Copa del Rey last 16 on Wednesday, as the club navigates through a challenging beginning to 2026.
The Xabi Alonso chapter at the Santiago Bernabéu has concluded after merely seven months following Sunday's defeat to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. Former player Álvaro Arbeloa now steps up to lead a team urgently requiring positive outcomes.
Arbeloa's managerial bow with Real Madrid comes away from home against second-tier Albacete. Despite the home team's elimination of Celta Vigo in the prior round, this fixture presents an opportunity for Los Blancos to move past their recent struggles and build momentum under new leadership while securing passage to the quarter-finals.
Below is your guide to watching Real Madrid's forthcoming Copa del Rey encounter against Albacete on television and via live streaming.
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How to Watch Albacete vs. Real Madrid on TV and Live Stream
How to Watch Albacete vs. Real Madrid on TV and Live Stream
Supporters in the United States can view the match via ESPN Select and the ESPN App, with the latter requiring a valid subscription. FuboTV serves as another option for American viewers.
Premier Sports 2 will air the round of 16 fixture in the United Kingdom. Viewers can also stream the game through Premier Sports Player.
Throughout North America, Real Madrid supporters in Mexico can watch through Sky Sports and Sky+. Regrettably for Canadian fans, no broadcasters are currently lined up for this match.
Country | TV/Live Stream |
|---|---|
United States | ESPN Select, ESPN App, fuboTV |
United Kingdom | Premier Sports 2, Premier Sports Player |
Canada | Not Televised |
Mexico | Sky Sports, Sky+ |
What's Next for Real Madrid?
What's Next for Real Madrid?
Real Madrid will swiftly shift focus following Wednesday's match to prepare for their inaugural La Liga fixture under Arbeloa's guidance. Los Blancos welcome Levante on Saturday, Jan. 17, seeking to narrow the distance to league leaders Barcelona.
Following that, Madrid returns to Champions League action on Tuesday, Jan 20, hosting AS Monaco at the Bernabéu as they pursue automatic qualification to the knockout phase.