Copa del Rey monarchs Barcelona begin their title defense in the round of 32 when they visit third-division side Guadalajara at the Estadio Pedro Escartín, marking the first ever meeting between the two Spanish clubs.
The Catalans enter the tournament as holders after defeating Real Madrid in a thrilling final last April. Last season’s triumph saw Barcelona pad their advantage as the most decorated club in Copa del Rey history.
Hansi Flick’s side kicks off its campaign fresh off clinching its seventh consecutive La Liga win to remain four points clear atop the division. Given the opponent and next weekend’s league visit to the impressive Villarreal, the German boss is expected to heavily rotate his side in Tuesday’s Copa del Rey clash.
Guadalajara are struggling in Spain’s Primera Division, currently sitting in the relegation zone. Still, this is a historic game for the club and they’ll be motivated to pull off the upset of all upsets.
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