Real defeated a team from the fourth division and advanced to the next round of the Copa del Rey
In the 1/16 final of the Copa del Rey, Real Madrid visited a representative from the fourth division of Spanish football, Arandina.
In the first half, Real demonstrated a possession rate of 82%, took seven shots towards the goal, and three on target. However, the hosts held their ground and did not concede in the first half. In the second half, the "Royal" club resolved all matters in just two minutes. First, on the 54th minute, Joselu converted a penalty, and a minute later, Brahim Diaz doubled the advantage for Madrid.
Carlo Ancelotti's team calmly controlled the game and even managed to score for the third time. In injury time, Rodrigo, with a pass from Diaz, sealed the match. However, Arandina managed to score a prestige goal, with Cabral scoring the ball. Real Madrid wins 3-1 and advances to the Copa del Rey Round of 16.
Copa del Rey. Round of 16
Arandina - Real Madrid - 1:3
Goals: 0:1 - 54 Joselu, 0:2 - 55 Diaz, 0:3 - 90+1 Rodrigo, 90+4 Cabral