Real Madrid faces Leganes in a crucial Copa del Rey quarter-final clash tonight, with both teams aiming to secure a spot in the semi-finals. Here’s a comprehensive guide to watching the match, including streaming details, team news, and key insights.
Match Overview
Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Kick-off Times:
- 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT (US)
- 8:00 PM GMT (UK)
- 1:30 AM IST (India, February 6)
Venue: Estadio Municipal de Butarque, Leganés, Spain
The match marks a “small Madrid derby,” with Real Madrid seeking redemption after a surprising 1-0 La Liga loss to Espanyol. Leganes, 16th in La Liga, previously stunned Atletico Madrid at home and will look to replicate that giant-killing form.
How to Watch Leganes vs Real Madrid
The game is available globally through the following platforms:
| Region | TV Channel | Live Stream |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | ESPN+, ESPN App |
| United Kingdom | — | Bet365 |
| Germany | SPORTDIGITAL | DAZN, BILDplus |
| Rest of World | — | Use VPN with ESPN+ or local broadcast partners |
Note: In the US, ESPN+ requires a subscription ($10.99/month). German viewers can access the match via DAZN or SPORTDIGITAL’s paid plans.
Team News and Lineups
Real Madrid:
Absences: Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham (rested), Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba (injured), Thibaut Courtois (rotated).
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Lunin; Vazquez, Vallejo, Asencio, García; Modrić, Valverde; Rodrygo, Brahim, Vinicius Jr; Endrick.
Leganes:
- Absences: Enric Franquesa (injured).
- Predicted XI (5-4-1): Dmitrović; Altimira, Rosier, Sergio, Nastasić, Cruz; De la Fuente, Cissé, Neyou, Brasanac; El Haddadi.
Key Players to Watch
- Vinicius Jr (Real Madrid): The Brazilian winger has a 9/2 odds to score and will spearhead Madrid’s attack.
- Munir El Haddadi (Leganes): Scored 3 goals in 4 Copa matches this season and poses a threat to Madrid’s makeshift defense.
Match Facts and Prediction
- Head-to-Head: Real Madrid leads 10-2 in 15 meetings, including a 3-0 league win over Leganes in November 2024.
- Form:
- Real Madrid: W-W-W-W-L (Last 5 games)
- Leganes: D-W-W-D-L
- Prediction: Real Madrid to win 3-1, with goals likely from Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo.
Betting Odds (via Ladbrokes)
- Real Madrid Win: 4/9
- Over 3.5 Goals: 31/20
- Vinicius Jr to Score: 9/2
This match is a must-win for Real Madrid to stay on track for a potential Copa del Rey-Champions League double. Leganes, however, have proven their ability to upset top-tier opponents at home, making this a compelling watch
