Albacete vs Real Madrid Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Copa del Rey 2025-26

El Queso Mecánico have never secured a win against Los Blancos.

Albacete Balompie are all set to host Real Madrid for their round of 16 contest of the 2025-26 Copa del Rey. This is going to be an entertaining game between these clubs, taking place at the Carlos Belmonte Stadium.

El Queso Mecánico will be at home for their upcoming Spanish cup contest, but it is going to be a tough outing for them. They are on a poor run of form at the moment. Despite being the hosts, Albacete will be under pressure. They should try and take as many chances, but the visitors might not allow them.

The Xabi Alonso-led Real Madrid are coming in after facing a disappointing defeat at the hands of Barcelona in the Super Copa de España final. They will now be looking to return to winning ways after putting in poor efforts against the Blaugrana. The upcoming Copa del Rey contest is not going to be a tough one for them and they must secure a win here.

Kick-off:

• Location: Albacete, Spain
• Stadium: Carlos Belmonte Stadium
• Date: Thursday, January 15
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Wednesday, Jan 14; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: Not in use

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Form:

Albacete: L-D-D-L-D

Real Madrid: W-W-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Jefte (Albacete)

In three Copa del Rey games this season, Jefte has scored two goals and has an assist to his name for Albacete Balompié. He will be looking to step up his game and must come with a top performance. The 32-year-old is an experienced player and might create some issues for the visitors.

Gonzalo Garcia (Real Madrid)

The 21-year-old has scored four goals in his last three appearances for Real Madrid. He is looking in good touch at the moment and will be yet again ready to lead his side in the attacking front. Gonzalo Garcia was one of the goal scorers against Barca, but it was not enough. He will be looking to come up with a top performance once again.

Match Facts

• Real Madrid have won four of their last five matches.
• Albacete haven’t secured a win in their last five games.
• Los Blancos are undefeated against El Queso Mecánico.

Albacete vs Real Madrid: Betting Tips and Odds

• Real Madrid to win @1/4 BetMGM
• Gonzalo Garcia to score @7/5 Virgin Bet
• Goals over 3.5 @11/10 Paddy Power

Injury and Team News

Albacete might miss out on the services of Higinio Marin due to fitness issues.

Eder Militao is not going to be in action for Real Madrid. He is injured. Federico Valverde and Ferland Mendy might miss out due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 14

Albacete won: 0

Real Madrid won: 11

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Albacete predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Mariño (GK); Gamez, Vallejo, Neva, Gómez; Lazo, Rodríguez, Meléndez, Da Silva; Medina, Jefte

Real Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Lunin (GK); Carvajal, Asencio, Huijsen, Fran García; Mastantuono, Guler, Bellingham, Rodrygo; Vini Jr., Gonzalo García

Match Prediction

The hosts are likely to struggle here and Los Blancos will be looking to control the game. Real Madrid might come out on top to secure a win against Albacete Balompié in their upcoming Copa del Rey clash.

Prediction: Albacete 0-4 Real Madrid

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: Premier Sports

Spain: RTVE

USA: ESPN+

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