Arandina vs Real Madrid - Copa del Rey: TV channel, team news, lineups and prediction
- Real Madrid continue Copa del Rey defence with trip to fourth-tier Arandina on Saturday
- Carlo Ancelotti expected to name youthful XI with Supercopa de Espana on the horizon
- Fourth tier side Arandina shocked Murcia and Cadiz to reach the last 32
Real Madrid will be expected to ease past fourth-tier Arandina in their Copa del Rey defence when the two sides meet on Saturday.
As Supercopa de Espana competitors, Los Blancos were given a pass straight to the last 32 where they will swap the glamorous surroundings of the Bernabeu for a trip to Aranda de Duero in north-western Spain.
Arandina have already provided shocks in the country's domestic cup competition this season, knocking out higher division opposition in Murcia and Cadiz ahead of the biggest game in the club's history.
Here's what you need to know about the Copa del Rey clash on Saturday.
What time does Arandina vs Real Madrid kick-off?
- Location: Aranda de Duero, Spain
- Stadium: Estadio El Montecillo
- Date: Saturday 6 January
- Kick-off Time: 20:30 GMT / 15:30 ET / 12:30 PT
- Referee: TBC
Arandina vs Real Madrid H2H Record
Arandina and Real Madrid have never previously met in a competitive fixture.
Current form (all competitions)
- Arandina: DLWDL
- Real Madrid: DWWWW
How to watch Arandina vs Real Madrid on TV and live stream
Country | TV channel/live stream |
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United Kingdom | N/A |
United States | ESPN+ |
Canada | N/A |
Real Madrid confirmed lineup vs Arandina
Real Madrid confirmed lineup vs Arandina (4-3-1-2): Arrizabalaga; Tobias, Carrillo, Nacho, Garcia; Paz, Camavinga, Ceballos; Guler; Diaz, Joselu
Arandina vs Real Madrid score prediction
Real Madrid won the Copa del Rey last season and are well placed to retain their crown as the strongest team in Spain right now.
Arandina's facilities are much more modest compared to Madrid's, holding 6,000 spectators at Estadio El Montecillo, and their previous scalps in this competition show they have all the heart and desire needed for a large-scale upset. However, they also sit rock bottom in Group 1 of the Segunda Federacion with only two league wins all campaign.
Even with a fair few absentees in his squad, Ancelotti should oversee a hefty win to secure a last-16 spot.
Prediction: Arandina 0-5 Real Madrid
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