Giant Killers Meet Giants as Albacete Host Barcelona

Spanish Copa Del Rey  -  Albacete VS FC Barcelona
Match Time:04-02-2026 04:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Albacete Balompié are set to welcome FC Barcelona to the Carlos Belmonte on February 4 for a high-stakes Copa del Rey quarter-final. The hosts face a major challenge against one of Spain’s football giants. With a place in the semi-finals on the line, the match promises intensity and drama.

Team Analysis:
Albacete arrive full of confidence after a remarkable run that included knocking Real Madrid out of the competition, with strong organization and key contributions from Jefté Betancor and experienced defenders. Backed by passionate home support, they are chasing a rare semi-final appearance after decades away. Barcelona, meanwhile, come in as league leaders with plenty of attacking firepower, but remain wary of an Albacete side that has already proven it can upset the giants.

Player Situation:
Albacete will be without Higinio Marín due to injury for the cup clash. Barcelona also travel with notable absentees, including Andreas Christensen, Gavi, and Pedri. These injuries could slightly affect squad depth, particularly for the visitors.

Result Prediction:
Barcelona are expected to bring Albacete’s fairytale run to an end thanks to their superior quality and depth. While Jefté Betancor remains a genuine scoring threat for the hosts, sustaining pressure against the LaLiga leaders looks unlikely. The visitors are tipped to come through with a comfortable 3-1 win.

Predicted Result: Albacete 1-3 FC Barcelona.