The Spanish football federation just held the draw for the first round of the Copa del Rey, and things are shaping up to be exciting. Here is how the competition will kick off later this month:
- Timing: The matches are scheduled to take place between October 27 and 29.
- Who is playing: Sixteen top-division teams are entering the mix, though Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid, and Real Sociedad are sitting this one out.
- The Rules: To keep things fair and local, games are played at the stadium of the lower-ranked team based on geography.
- No VAR: Referees will rely on their own judgment since VAR won’t be introduced until the round of 16.
It promises to be a thrilling start to the tournament for football fans across the country.