The CF Talavera faced off against Real Madrid on December 17, 2025, in the Round of 16 of the Copa del Rey. This highly anticipated match took place at the Estadio El Prado, providing an opportunity for the third-division team to showcase their skills against the La Liga giants.
Match Details
The match kicked off at 21:00, with Guillermo Cuadra Fernández officiating. Real Madrid, known for its strong lineup, started with the following formation:
Real Madrid Starting XI
- A. Lunin (GK)
- F. García Torres
- Á. Fernández Carreras
- D. Huijsen
- D. Jiménez Corredor
- A. Güler
- D. Ceballos Fernández
- F. Mastantuono
- K. Mbappé
- G. García Torres
- E. Moreira de Sousa
Meanwhile, Talavera’s squad featured notable players, including:
CF Talavera Starting XI
- Gonzalez (GK)
- Cuenca
- Lopez
- Farrando
- Roig
- Gallardo
- Navarro
- Doncel
- Sanchez
- Moreno
- Di Renzo
Match Highlights
From the onset, Real Madrid demonstrated their dominance. The first goal came from Manu Farrando of Talavera, who scored an own goal, putting Real Madrid ahead. The outcome of the match highlighted the differences in team experience and skill levels.
Conclusion
This Copa del Rey match was significant for both teams. While Real Madrid continued their journey through the tournament, Talavera gained valuable experience against one of the top squads in Spanish football.
