Guadalajara Battles Barcelona in Copa del Rey Showdown: Complete Viewing Guide
Barcelona travel to face Spanish third-tier club Guadalajara as they kick off their 2025–26 Copa del Rey journey.
Barcelona stand as the tournament's most decorated team and enter as defending champions following their victory over Real Madrid in the 2024–25 final. Guadalajara, meanwhile, seek to reach the round of 16 for the first time in their club's existence.
This marks the inaugural encounter between these two teams in what represents a classic David versus Goliath matchup. Nevertheless, in what could be considered the most significant fixture in their history, Guadalajara hopes to achieve a stunning upset.
Hansi Flick's squad will probably field a rotated lineup, resting several important players for the upcoming weekend. Barcelona will be hoping for better results against Guadalajara than their reserve team, Barça Atlètic, who have suffered defeat in three of their four encounters against this round of 32 opponent.
Here's how supporters can view Barcelona's Copa del Rey encounter against Guadalajara on Tuesday evening.
What Time Does Guadalajara vs. Barcelona Kick Off?
How to Watch Guadalajara vs. Barcelona on TV, Live Stream
Similar to most of Barcelona's La Liga fixtures, American viewers can watch the team's Copa del Rey opening match on ESPN Select and the ESPN App, with fuboTV serving as another option.
In the United Kingdom, supporters can follow the match on Premier Sports 1. UK viewers can also stream the game through Premier Sports Player.
Sky Sports holds the broadcasting rights in Mexico and will also show Barcelona's trip to Guadalajara on Tuesday.
Regrettably for Canadian viewers, no current broadcasts are scheduled in the country.
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United States | ESPN Select, fuboTV, ESPN App |
United Kingdom | Premier Sports 1, Premier Sports Player |
Canada | Not Televised |
Mexico | Sky Sports Mexico |
What's Next for Guadalajara, Barcelona?
After Tuesday's encounter, Guadalajara will focus on attempting to improve their form in the Primera Federación. Guadalajara will welcome Zamora on Dec. 21 in what will be their last match of 2025.
Barcelona also have one remaining fixture before the year-end celebrations. Flick's team will travel to Villarreal on Sunday in a clash between two of La Liga's top sides, seeking to secure their eighth straight league victory to begin 2026 with a commanding position in the title race.