Real Madrid will tackle Clasico rivals Barcelona within the Copa del Rey semi-finals whereas Athletic Bilbao will face Osasuna following Monday’s draw. The reigning Spanish champions will host Barca earlier than visiting the Camp Nou, in the one spherical of Spain’s nationwide knockout competitors held over two legs. Carlo Ancelotti’s facet reached the final 4 after overcoming native rivals Atletico Madrid 3-1 in further time within the quarter-finals, whereas Barcelona defeated Real Sociedad 1-0.

“It’s a huge game, not only for the Copa del Rey, it’s a big game across the world,” Barcelona’s sporting director Jordi Cruyff stated in response to the draw held close to Madrid.

Cruyff stated his gamers had already moved on from their 3-1 win in opposition to Real Madrid on this month’s Spanish Super Cup last in Saudi Arabia.

“We start from zero and it will be a wonderful battle,” he added.

Athletic Bilbao — who’ve reached the Copa del Rey semi-finals for 4 seasons working — gained their place within the last 4 with a 3-1 victory over Valencia within the final spherical.

Their opponents Osasuna knocked out Sevilla within the quarter-finals with a 2-1 win after further time.

Real Madrid’s journey to Morocco subsequent week to compete within the FIFA Club World Cup will conflict with the standard date for the semi-final first legs and compelled a rescheduled calendar.

The first legs can be performed on February 28 and March 1, whereas the return fixtures can be held between April 4 and 6.

Seville’s La Cartuja stadium is because of host the ultimate on May 6.

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