Atletico Madrid vs Real Sociedad Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds (Copa del Rey Final 2026)

Atlético Madrid and Real Sociedad clash in the Copa del Rey final in Seville, with both sides aiming to end long waits for silverware in what promises to be a thrilling, high-scoring encounter.

Match News and Current Form

Atlético Madrid head into this final with mixed form, having lost five of their last six matches across all competitions despite progressing in Europe. Diego Simeone’s side have shown resilience in cup competitions though, winning four of their five Copa del Rey matches this season, three of which came with clean sheets.

With their top-four La Liga finish almost secured, Atlético can fully focus on lifting silverware, and their experience in big games could prove decisive here.

Real Sociedad, meanwhile, arrive in better form and confidence after a 3-3 draw with Alavés and four wins from their last seven matches (D1, L2). Their Copa del Rey journey has been more demanding, requiring seven matches to reach the final, with many victories coming by narrow margins.

La Real have been particularly dangerous in attack, consistently finding goals late in games, and will believe they can trouble Atlético’s defence.

Head-to-Head History

Atlético Madrid are unbeaten in their last nine meetings with Real Sociedad (W6, D3), although Sociedad have had success in this competition, including their famous Copa del Rey final win in 1987.

Hot Stats and Streaks

Atlético have seen early goals in most of their Copa del Rey matches
Real Sociedad’s recent matches have been high-scoring affairs
Sociedad have scored the majority of their goals after half-time
Atlético have shown discipline issues with multiple red cards recently

Key Players to Watch

Antoine Griezmann remains Atlético’s main attacking threat, especially in big games, with several of his recent goals coming in crucial late periods.

For Real Sociedad, Beñat Turrientes has been effective in this competition, often delivering decisive contributions late in matches.

Betting Analysis

Given both teams’ attacking strengths and recent high-scoring trends, this final has all the ingredients for goals. Atlético’s experience in finals and stronger head-to-head record gives them a slight edge, but Sociedad’s attacking threat suggests they will also get on the scoresheet.