According to reports, the final in La Cartuja is worth two trophies: the Copa del Rey itself and the La Liga title, which could be influenced by Saturday’s events. Both Real Madrid and Barcelona are competing in both tournaments, and their current standings could change in an instant, especially in their direct encounter in the cup.

The Copa del Rey final will cause seismic waves felt in La Liga, whether in favor or against either team. The winner in Seville will not only add another trophy to their cabinet but will also gain momentum for their future objectives.

The impact of the Real Madrid vs Barcelona clash creates uncertainty for both teams. What is dark for Ancelotti’s team could turn bright, and what is bright for Flick’s team could turn dark. Such is the power of two teams competing for a title.

Thus, the La Cartuja final presents an opportunity for Real Madrid to destabilize Barcelona, a team currently in great form: the main contender for the Copa del Rey, the dominant leader in La Liga, and a Champions League semifinalist. But a Real Madrid victory could turn Barcelona’s dream moment upside down.

This is the dual advantage Ancelotti’s team wants to exploit. On one hand, they aim to revive themselves and snatch a title from Barcelona, avenging their Supercopa de España defeat. On the other hand, they want to strike a blow to Barcelona to potentially reclaim the top spot in La Liga.

The only way to achieve this is by defeating them in the Copa del Rey final, transferring the crisis from one team to another and using it in the desperate battle to reclaim the league lead.

Four El Clasicos for Three Titles

On the other hand, Barcelona has a chance to drive the final nail into their arch-rival’s coffin. Winning the cup would almost solidify their position in a season where they have regained some of their lost dominance and are on the verge of a treble—La Liga, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa de España—something that seemed difficult at the start of the season. Araujo admitted: “I didn’t expect us to be in this position in the summer.”

Moreover, winning this cup would be a significant boost for Barcelona’s ultimate goal: the Champions League. This season is turning into one where all El Clasicos are decisive. Four matches have been or will be played, and all are key for the three available titles.

The La Liga title could be decided by the six-point gap these two teams create in their league encounters. Two other clashes have already determined the Supercopa de España, and now it’s time for the Copa del Rey final.

Source: Marca