King’s Cup 2025-2026: Betis-Atletico Madrid, the probable formations

At the La Cartuja stadium in Seville at 9 p.m., Betis and Atletico Madrid face each other in a match that is worth access to the semifinals of the King’s Cup. For both teams, the domestic cup represents the most concrete way to win a trophy this season: Betis wants to dream again as it did in 2022, while Atletico wants a success that has been missing since 2013.

The green-and-whites arrive at this appointment with confidence and continuity. The team led by Manuel Pellegrini has passed the first rounds of the competition without particular difficulties and in the league occupies the fifth position. The recent 2-1 success against Valencia confirmed the Andalusians’ good offensive quality, although some defensive problems remain evident, with the unbeaten goal now missing for four consecutive games. Pellegrini hopes to take advantage of the home crowd’s momentum to get the better of Simeone’s team.

Atletico Madrid, on the other hand, is experiencing an up-and-down season. Diego Simeone’s side struggled in the round of 16, managing to eliminate Deportivo La Coruña only thanks to a narrow 1-0 victory. The Colchoneros i arrive from a 0-0 draw against Levante, a result that highlighted some offensive difficulties, especially in the absence of striker Antoine Griezmann.

The likely lineups

Betis (4-2-3-1): Adrian; Ruibal, Diego Llorente, Bartra, Rodriguez; Altimira, Roca; Antony, Deossa, Ezzalzouli; Avila. Coach: Pellegrini.

Aletico Madrid (4-4-2): Musso; Pubill, Hancko, Ruggeri, Molina; Baena, Cardoso, Llorente, Simeone; Alvarez, Almada. Coach: Simeone.