2026 Copa del Rey Final: Date, Winner, Score & Highlights

Few moments in Spanish football carry the weight of a penalty shootout in a cup final. The 2026 Copa del Rey final delivered exactly that, with Real Sociedad edging Atlético Madrid 4‑3 on spot kicks after a gripping 2‑2 draw. This article unpacks the key details—date, venue, winners, and historical context—so you have everything in one place.

Date of 2026 Final: 18 April 2026 ·
Venue: Estadio de La Cartuja, Seville ·
Winner: Real Sociedad (4th title) ·
Score (after penalties): 2–2, Real Sociedad won 4–3 on penalties ·
Most Titles Holder: Barcelona (32 titles)

Six key facts from official and editorial sources give a clear picture of the 2026 final.

What is the date of the Copa del Rey final 2026?

Official schedule for the 2026 final

• The match was scheduled for Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 21:00 CET (beIN SPORTS).
• Kick-off was moved to 21:00 local time to avoid overlap with Seville’s annual April Fair (LiveFootballTickets (ticketing platform)).
• Sevilla Secreta confirmed La Cartuja would host the final on that date.

Who won the Copa del Rey final in 2026?

Real Sociedad’s victory over Atlético Madrid

• Real Sociedad defeated Atlético Madrid 4–3 on penalties after the match ended 2–2 in regulation (Wikipedia).
• This was Real Sociedad’s fourth Copa del Rey title overall (Wikipedia en español).

Penalty shootout details

• The shootout ended 4–3 in favour of Real Sociedad (LiveFootballTickets).
• GOAL (football news outlet) reported that both teams had multiple chances in extra time before the decisive spot kicks.

The pattern: Real Sociedad’s discipline from the penalty spot turned a tightly contested match into a historic triumph, boosting their all-time title count.

How many times has Barcelona won the Copa del Rey?

Barcelona’s record of 32 titles

• Barcelona holds the record for the most Copa del Rey wins with 32 titles (beIN SPORTS; also widely reported by Wikipedia).

List of most successful clubs

• After Barcelona (32), Athletic Bilbao has 24 titles, and Real Madrid has 20 (Wikipedia).
• Real Sociedad’s 2026 win moved them to 4 titles, tying with other mid-tier clubs in the all-time standings.

The catch: Barcelona’s dominance remains unthreatened for now, but Real Sociedad’s fourth title shows the competition remains open beyond the traditional giants.

Timeline of the Copa del Rey final through 2026

• 1903 – First Copa del Rey final played.
• 2025–26 season – Tournament held across multiple rounds beginning 27 September 2025 (FIFA World Cup News (amateur news site)).
• 18 April 2026 – 2026 Copa del Rey final: Real Sociedad vs. Atlético Madrid at La Cartuja (AS).
• 18 April 2026 – Real Sociedad wins penalty shootout 4–3 after 2–2 draw (Wikipedia).

What we know and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

• The 2026 final was on 18 April 2026 at Estadio de La Cartuja.
• Real Sociedad won the match via penalties (4–3) after a 2–2 draw.
• Barcelona holds the most Copa del Rey titles (32).
• Kick-off was scheduled for 21:00 CET (GOAL; AS).

What’s unclear

• Exact capacity of La Cartuja on match day (reports range from 57,600 to 72,000).
• Official ticket sale dates for the 2027 final have not been announced.
• Whether the final will return to Seville in 2027 is unconfirmed.

Quotes from the match

“The atmosphere at La Cartuja was electric as Real Sociedad held their nerve from the spot to claim a fourth Copa del Rey title.”

— beIN SPORTS

“An AS report described the final as ‘a classic encounter that showcased the best of Spanish cup football, with both teams attacking until the last minute.'”

— AS

For Real Sociedad supporters, the 2026 Copa del Rey final marks a historic fourth title and a moment to savor. For Atlético Madrid, the search for silverware continues—the club must regroup and aim for next season’s final.

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