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How much prize money can Real Madrid pocket by winning Copa del Rey?
The 2025 Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona is set to kick off in a few hours at Estadio de La Cartuja in Sevilla.
Having been beaten by their rivals twice this season, including once in the Spanish Super Cup final, Real Madrid will be gunning for revenge, aiming to end Barça’s hopes of a historic treble.
A win would also mean a third trophy of the season for Los Blancos, with Carlo Ancelotti’s team having already lifted the UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
Apart from the trophy, winning the Copa del Rey would also guarantee a sizeable financial guarantee for Real Madrid.
The prize money
As per MARCA, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) awards approximately €1.2 million to the team that lifts the Copa del Rey trophy.
This amount results from adding the fixed sum for participating in the tournament and the bonuses for each round surpassed. The runner-up receives a slightly lower figure: around €1 million.
These amounts are primarily funded through the sale of television rights.
Additional revenue
Additionally, income from the final’s ticket sales must be considered, with this year’s match taking place at the Estadio de La Cartuja.
With over 50,000 tickets available for both clubs and prices ranging from €72 to €270, a significant revenue is expected.
After deducting organisational expenses, the proceeds are divided into thirds: one third for the RFEF and one third for each finalist. Thus, Real Madrid could pocket around €1 million extra solely from matchday revenue.
In total, winning the Copa del Rey could help Real Madrid generate more than €2 million, combining the federation prize and ticket sales revenue.
Furthermore, the Copa del Rey champion automatically qualifies for the Spanish Super Cup. By participating in it, clubs such as Barcelona or Real Madrid earn at least €6 million, which can rise to €8 million if they win the trophy.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
