Real Madrid and Barça will face each other in the Copa final, which will be held on April 26 at La Cartuja. Just a few hours after this match-up was announced, controversy has already arisen, causing significant anger in the executive suite of Santiago Bernabéu. This was revealed by COPE journalist, Isaac Fouto, uncovering that Ancelotti's team will have "24 hours less rest".
Real Madrid Will Have 24 Hours Less Rest Than Barça
Isaac Fouto stated: "Real Madrid can request a change, but nothing will be changed for them, because it was already established this way, that the winner of the Barcelona - Atlético de Madrid match would have 24 more hours of rest".
In this regard, he continued on COPE: "So one will have 24 more hours than the other, and the reason is because one broadcaster airs the match on DAZN, another on Movistar, and they want it in prime time at 9:30 PM and not at 7:00 PM".
The Copa final will be held on April 26, while Barça has its match against Mallorca scheduled for the 22nd. In the case of Real Madrid, they will have to visit Getafe on the 23rd, having less rest for the important Copa clash.
Anger at Real Madrid, But There Will Be No Excuses
Despite significant anger in Madrid for having 24 hours less rest than Barcelona, no excuses will be made. There is enough rest time, and they are confident in emerging victorious in the Copa final, securing the first major title of the season.
La Cartuja will host its first Clásico, being a match that will send both teams directly to Arabia. As Copa finalists, both Real Madrid and FC Barcelona have already secured their direct ticket to the Spanish Super Cup... also ensuring many millions in their pockets.
This ticket seemed that both would also obtain it through their participation in La Liga, occupying the top two positions in the standings.
We are reaching a decisive phase of the campaign, where there could be many Clásicos ahead. Real Madrid and Barcelona will face each other in La Liga and Copa, while they could also do so in the Champions League. The draw allows for this possibility, and both teams have the opportunity to reach the final of the European tournament.