A historical clash between a Cacereño in his prime and an Atletico who arrives fully formed and with the final dieciseisavos in view is accepted by Prince Felipe.
The second round of the Copa del Rey features an exciting matchup between the Atlético de Madrid, a giant of Spanish football that is having its best season, and CP Cacereño, a team that plays in the Segunda RFEF. This Wednesday, starting at 19:00, the Estadio Príncipe Felipe will host a party that will be laden with illusion and passion from the locals, with the responsibility of the rojiblancos to advance to the final dieciseisavos.

In a sweet moment, Cacereño

El CP Cacereño arrives at this party in an exceptional state. The team led by Julio Cobos maintains their good play after defeating the Gimnástica Segoviana in the previous round in an emotional match that was decided in the preliminary round (2-1). The Verdiblancos have won four straight league titles, which has helped them solidify their playoff spots in Group 5 of the Second RFEF.

The magic of the Copa del Rey vs Cacereño and Atlético in Prince Felipe
In the Príncipe Felipe, the Cacereño players celebrate their victory, demonstrating the team’s unity in the duel against the Atletico Madrid. Source: Social Relations of the Cacereño Police Club

In his final commitment, the Cacereño defeated the Illescas 2-0 at the Príncipe Felipe Stadium, demonstrating defensive unity and attacking effectiveness. With notable players like Deco and Christian, the team will try to put up a fight against an Atlético that no one can trust. With a passion for repeating historical gestures in the copero tournament, the stadium will be packed.

Regarding his potential one, Cobos will use his usual 4-3-3 formation, which includes Izan Rodriguez in the porter; Navas, Barrio, Crespo, and Joserra in defense; Deco, Clausí, and Pepe Bernal in the middle of the field; and an offensive trio consisting of Fran Viñuela, Álvaro Salinas, and Marcos Carrillo.

A Complete Atletico de Madrid

Following a run of seven consecutive victories in every competition, Diego Simeone’s team faces this party. The rojiblancos are able to consolidate their position in the upper portion of the table by defeating Valladolid 0–5 in La Liga. Additionally, thanks to a double from Julián Álvarez, they ended their match against Vic with a solid 0–2 record in this edition of the Copa del Rey.

The magic of the Copa del Rey vs Cacereño and Atlético in Prince Felipe
Nov. 30, Valladolid, Spain: During the La Liga match between Real Valladolid CF and Atletico de Madrid at Jose Zorrilla on November 30, 2024, in Valladolid, Spain, Rodrigo De Paul of Atletico de Madrid celebrates with teammates after his team scores their third goal.

Simeone emphasized in the prensa rueda the significance of maintaining a competitive level against an opponent who frequently commits major acts at home. Sin la presencia de Griezmann, el técnico argentino dará minutos a jugadores menos habituales, pero alineará un equipo que garantice seriedad y calidad.

Juan Musso in the porter’s position, Azpilicueta, Le Normand, Witsel, and Reinildo in the defense, Lino, Javi Serrano, Koke, and Simeone in the middle, and a delantera made up of Correa and Sorloth may make up the once-predicted Atlético (4-4-2).

The two teams, Real Madrid and Barcelona, have faced off on two occasions in the Copa del Rey in the past, specifically during the 1982–83 season. At that point, the Atlético won 4-2 in the end at Vicente Calderón, while the team in the Príncipe Felipe finished 1-1.

Due to a ban that prevented him from playing in his stadium, the Atletico played as a local in the Principal Felipe in 1992, against the Deportivo (1-2).

Where can I find the encounter?

The party will be held in the Estadio Príncipe Felipe on this Wednesday, December 5, at 19:00. can be followed both openly and directly through the RTVE Play platform and Teledeporte.

With three categories of difference between the two teams, the Cacereño will look to surprise an Atlético who arrives in top form. The Copa del Rey is always the ideal setting for games, and the extreme athletes who are drawn in by their desire have the chance to continue playing. At the same time, if one want to maintain the spirit of victory, one cannot allow mistakes. Will the Cacereño be able to cope with the hazaña or will the Atlético be able to affect his jerarquía?