Spanish football highlights January 20 with the Supercopa Femenina launch in Castellón, a Madrid derby opener, and pivotal Champions League clashes featuring Real Madrid and Villarreal.
January 2026 sees significant transfer market activity involving top Spanish clubs and players, with notable loans, signings, and uncertain futures.
Spain's football scene heats up with the Copa del Rey quarter-finals draw, Supercopa Iberdrola in Castellón, and Spain U-17 friendlies against Italy this week.
Souleymane Faye's transfer to Sporting de Portugal is imminent despite delays, with final negotiations and medical checks underway, highlighting ongoing activity in the January 2026 football transfer window.
Real Sociedad hosts LaLiga leaders FC Barcelona on January 18, 2026, with live coverage available on DAZN and Movistar Plus+. Barcelona aims to extend an impressive winning streak.
Castilla-La Mancha's regional government emphasizes its financial and strategic commitment to fostering school sports and supporting regional teams at national championships.
Pellegrino Matarazzo, a coach shaped by his US upbringing and Italian heritage, begins his tenure at Real Sociedad with a focus on tactical detail and player connection, preparing for a crucial match against Barcelona.
Spain launches the 'Respetándonos' respect program in grassroots football alongside the start of the prestigious Copa del Rey Juvenil tournament, emphasizing youth development on and off the field.
Mallorca and Osasuna secured narrow victories in thrilling LaLiga matches on January 17, 2026, showcasing intense competition and standout individual performances.
Castellón hosts a week of inclusive events and fan activities around the 2026 Supercopa de España Femenina, highlighting community engagement and celebrating women's football.
Espanyol and Girona face off in a key LaLiga EA Sports match on January 16, with Espanyol fifth and Girona grappling with key absences.
Racing de Santander and FC Barcelona renew their Copa del Rey rivalry after 14 years, contesting the round of 16 clash with star-studded lineups and historic significance.
Albacete stunned Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey with a 3-2 win, highlighted by Jefté Betancor’s late goal and coach Arbeloa's challenging debut.
RTVE returns LaLiga and Copa del Rey football matches to free-to-air TV for the 2025/2026 season, starting January 16 on Teledeporte.
Lugo announces a major new sports complex, Ciudad del Deporte, in San Fiz with extensive facilities and a budget over 300,000 euros.
On January 14, Real Madrid and FC Barcelona have critical matches in the Copa del Rey and Liga F, with wide broadcast coverage for fans.
Xabi Alonso was dismissed as Real Madrid coach after seven months due to locker room issues, poor results, and internal divisions, with Álvaro Arbeloa appointed as his successor.
Three Copa del Rey round of 16 matches are scheduled on January 13, including Deportivo de La Coruña vs. Atlético de Madrid, all broadcast on Movistar Plus+.
San Sebastián de los Reyes starts 2026 with key wins in futsal, handball, and cycling, highlighting its growing sports prominence.
Conor Gallagher attracts interest from Aston Villa and Tottenham, but Atlético Madrid insists on a permanent transfer, ruling out loans in the current market window.
FC Barcelona triumphed 3-2 over Real Madrid in the 2026 Supercopa de España final held in Saudi Arabia, with Raphinha named MVP and broadcasting on ABC and ESPN Deportes.
León's main sports venue faced heating and hot water outages during a national basketball match, spotlighting broader municipal facility maintenance failures and calls for strategic improvements.
Spanish football clubs have attracted €4.81 billion in private equity over four years, with Atlético de Madrid's major stake sale and Sevilla FC's potential takeover exemplifying this trend.
Controversy over Simeone's provocation of Vinicius illuminates ethical and cultural tensions in Spanish football, ahead of El Clásico's symbolic clash.
Moaña completes artificial turf upgrade with eco-friendly infill, while Sada plans extensive football field renovations worth €500,000.
This weekend's Segunda Federación and youth football schedule features crucial matches influencing league standings and team momentum, including UCAM Murcia CF's trip to Atlético Antoniano and key regional fixtures.
Initiatives including special ticket packages and high-profile Liga F matches are elevating women's football attendance and visibility in Spain.
Racing vs FC Barcelona Copa del Rey tickets are sold out; Lebrija to host youth Andalusian football matches on January 14.
Real Madrid defeated Atlético Madrid 2-1 in the Supercopa de España semifinal, advancing to face Barcelona in the final amid a tense and controversial match.
FC Barcelona and Real Madrid prepare to face off in the 2026 Supercopa de España final in Jeddah, amid criticism over the tournament's Saudi Arabian hosting.
Racing Santander will host FC Barcelona at El Sardinero for the Copa del Rey round of 16 between January 13-15, featuring Racing’s impressive form against the defending champions.
Xàtiva honors female football pioneer Angy Sanchis with its third women’s football tournament, while Extremadura launches its 2026 'Igualdad más Deporte' program to promote gender equality and inclusion in sport.
The 2026 Supercopa de España semifinals begin with Barcelona favored over Athletic Club and Real Madrid facing Atlético amid notable absences and organizational scrutiny.
Granada and Rayo Vallecano draw 1-1 in Copa del Rey Round of 32; draw for Round of 16 set for January 7 with top Spanish teams advancing.
The RFEF is negotiating to host the 2027 Supercopa de España in Qatar due to Saudi Arabia's scheduling conflict with the Asia Cup, while aiming to extend ties with Saudi Arabia amid financial and ethical considerations.
Catalan football faces a pivotal legal showdown as the Generalitat must act before January 20 to uphold democratic governance after the federation denied a club-requested assembly.
Real Madrid has traveled to Yeda to face Atlético Madrid in the Supercopa de España semifinal, with the match scheduled at Rey Abdullah Stadium.
C.D. Bosco de Arévalo excelled at the XIII Trofeo de Reyes Ciudad de Arévalo youth football tournament, highlighting grassroots football enthusiasm in early January 2026.
LaLiga has scheduled the Villarreal vs Real Madrid match for January 24 at 21:00, live on Orange TV and Movistar LaLiga as part of the 21st round.
The 2026 Supercopa de España in Saudi Arabia launches amid player absences and criticism over its location, spotlighting mental health returns and ethical debates.