Barcelona have officially set up a tantalising Copa del Rey final against their arch-rivals Real Madrid after securing a 1-0 victory over Atlético Madrid.

This highly anticipated showdown will be the first time in 11 years that the two giants meet in a Copa del Rey final, making it one of the most eagerly awaited fixtures of the season.

Although Barcelona and Real Madrid have clashed 38 times in Copa del Rey history, this will only be their eighth meeting in a final.

Head-to-Head Record in Copa del Rey Finals

When it comes to their encounters in Copa del Rey finals, Real Madrid hold a slight advantage. Los Blancos have triumphed in four of the previous seven final meetings against Barcelona.

Even more impressively, Real Madrid have emerged victorious in each of their last two Copa del Rey final encounters with the Blaugrana.

Past Copa del Rey Final Clashes

Year Score

2014 Real Madrid 2-1 Barcelona

2011 Real Madrid 1-0 Barcelona

1990 Barcelona 2-0 Real Madrid

1983 Barcelona 2-1 Real Madrid

1974 Real Madrid 4-0 Barcelona

1968 Barcelona 1-0 Real Madrid

1936 Real Madrid 2-1 Barcelona

Real Madrid’s ability to rise to the occasion in these finals has cemented their status as formidable competitors when silverware is at stake. Their composure in high-pressure scenarios has been a decisive factor in maintaining their edge over Barcelona in this competition.

Barcelona’s Optimism and Recent Form

Despite Real Madrid’s historical dominance in Copa del Rey finals, Barcelona enter this year’s final with genuine optimism.

The Catalan giants believe the timing is right to challenge Los Blancos, especially given their recent successes against their rivals.

Barcelona have already defeated Real Madrid twice this season. A 4-0 triumph at the Santiago Bernabéu and a 5-2 victory in the Spanish Super Cup final have given them a significant psychological boost.

Adding further intrigue, this Copa del Rey final will take place just days before the two sides meet in La Liga matchday 35 on 11 May.

With the potential for the league title to be on the line, the intensity of this legendary rivalry is set to reach new heights.