The upcoming 2025 futsal season kicks off with the Copa del Rey round of 16, featuring an exciting matchup between Real Betis Futsal and Movistar Inter. The Spanish Football Federation’s (RFEF) draw has created a particularly intriguing encounter that has futsal fans buzzing.
Real Betis Futsal, currently competing in the Second Division, arrives with notable momentum after being the current cup champions. In the previous round, they impressively eliminated ElPozo Murcia Costa Cálida, demonstrating their competitive spirit. The team, led by coach André Brocanello, has recently secured three victories and one defeat. Climbing to fourth place in the league standings – just two points behind Entrerríos Zaragoza.
Team captain Ángel Velasco expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming match, describing it as a thrilling opportunity to compete against a top-tier opponent. Movistar Inter player Terry Prestjord acknowledged Real Betis’s potential, highlighting their history of challenging matches against prominent teams and their recent success in eliminating a tournament favorite.
The round of 16
The round of 16 draw includes several compell. Two 2 Second B teams, Lauburu KE Ibarra and UD Ibiza Gasifred Ciutat D’Eivissa, will host Servigroup Peñíscola and Viña Albali Valdepeñas respectively. O Parrulo Ferrol, another Second Division team, will face Jimbee Cartagena, while Palma Futsal prepares to take on Industrias Santa Coloma.
Additional first-division matches include an Andalusian derby between Córdoba World Heritage Site and Jaén Interior Paradise. Noia Portus Apostoli, currently at the bottom of the league, will challenge Wanapix AD Room 10 Zaragoza, while Osasuna Magna will host Barça in Anaitasuna.
In related news, the Spanish Super Cup schedule has been confirmed for Cartagena. The competition will commence on Saturday, January 18, with Real Betis Futsal facing ElPozo Murcia Costa Cálida at 4:00 p.m. The second semi-final match between Jimbee Cartagena Costa Cálida and Barça is set for 8:00 p.m. the same day, with the final scheduled for Sunday, January 19 at 6:00 p.m. Fans can follow all matches live on Teledeporte.
Lastly, Real Betis Futsal has reached a loan agreement for Pablo Muñoz, a 21-year-old promising winger. Muñoz, who has represented Spain at U17 and U18 levels, joins Servigroup Peñíscola after requesting a move to play in the First Division, filling a crucial offensive role for the team following Carlos Saladié’s serious injury.