Atletico Madrid will face Real Sociedad in the 2025/2026 Copa del Rey final. Viewers in the United States can catch every moment live, with full kickoff times and broadcast information provided here for both TV and streaming options.
Here are all of the details of where you can watch Atletico Madrid vs Real Sociedad on US television and via legal streaming:
WHO
Atletico Madrid vs Real Sociedad
WHAT
Copa del Rey
WHEN
3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT • Saturday, April 18, 2026
WHERE
ESPN+, Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and ESPN Deportes
STREAM
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Match Overview
Fresh off a statement run in the UEFA Champions League, Atletico Madrid head into the Copa del Rey final riding serious momentum after knocking out Barcelona in a grueling semifinal showdown, giving Diego Simeone’s squad a clear edge in confidence and form.
However, Real Sociedad, despite a stretch of uneven results, view this matchup as their golden chance to lift silverware and flip the script, setting the stage for a high-pressure battle between two determined sides—make sure you don’t miss a minute of what promises to be a thrilling final.
More details on how to watch
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