FC Barcelona Faces Challenges in Copa del Rey

FC Barcelona prepares to face Athletic Club in the 2025 Spanish Super Cup, boasting a historical edge with 122 wins out of 242 encounters. However, recent knockout matches have seen Athletic outperform Barcelona, including a Copa del Rey elimination last season, raising concerns for the Catalan side. Concurrently, Liverpool is reportedly interested in signing Barcelona defender Jules Koundé for €70 million, amid uncertainty regarding Trent Alexander-Arnold's future. Additionally, Barcelona recently faced UD Barbastro in the Copa del Rey, winning 4-0 despite missing key players like Dani Olmo and Raphinha. The team, managed by Hansi Flick, is under pressure to perform well following a disappointing La Liga end to 2024. Meanwhile, Marbella FC is set to challenge Atlético Madrid in the Copa del Rey, providing an exciting underdog opportunity in Spanish football.