Athletic vs Real Madrid: prediction for the Copa del Rey fixture

On January, Athletic failed to retain the title of Spanish Super Cup, they lost to their today opponent in the final (0:2). It was a very interesting game for the fans - two penalties, a red card and a number of goal opportunities brought a first title of the season to the Blancos. 

24 time holder of the Spanish Cup started the current edition of that tournament with a victory over Mancha (2:0) and after that managed to eliminate Barcelona (3:2 a.e.t.) from the competition. Muniain scored a brace in this match, but he won't be able to play against Real due to coronavirus. 

As for La Liga, Lions currently have seven victories and four draws, which brought 31 points and a 9th spot in the standings. Team's offensive line is too weak so far, but their defensive record is second-best in the league. 

Marcelino's men were unbeaten on January - they recorded victories over Osasuna (3:1) and Rayo Vallecano (1:0) and drew to Alaves (0:0). 

Alvarez, Vencedor, De Marcos and Sancetwon't feature in the match. 

Madrid side managed to satisfy their fans in the new season. Real easily went past the group stage in the Champions League, team beat Inter by five points and will soon start to compete in the playoffs of the main European club tournament. 

The Blancos have also already claimed the first title of 2022 - Whites claimed the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia. On their way to the quarter-final of Copa del Rey Carlo Ancelotti's men met no resistance - at the first stage they easily beat Alcoyano (3:1) and then eliminated Elche (2:1) from the tournament. 

Galacticos are currently at the top of La Liga - after 22 rounds team has 15 victories and five draws, which brought 50 points, four points ahead of their closest competitor. After a sudden defeat to Getafe (0:1) capital club easily beat Valencia (4:1) and then drew to Elche (2:2). 

Diaz and Marcelo won't be able to play in the match.