Third Round Fixtures Set for 2025/2026 Copa de la Reina with Alavés-Levante Highlight
The third round matches of the 2025/2026 Copa de la Reina have been drawn, featuring key fixtures including Alavés versus Levante UD, with games set for early November.
- • The third round of the 2025/2026 Copa de la Reina will be played between November 4 and 6, 2025.
- • Eight matchups were drawn, including a notable game between Alavés (league leader) and Levante UD (bottom of Liga F).
- • Lower-division teams will host the third-round matches in this single-elimination format.
- • Winners will join Liga F teams in the round of 16 of the 43rd Copa de la Reina edition.
Key details
The third round matchups for the 2025/2026 Copa de la Reina have been officially announced, featuring eight intense fixtures scheduled between November 4 and 6, 2025. The standout encounter is the clash between Alavés, a top club, and Levante UD, currently positioned at the bottom of Liga F, creating a compelling leader-versus-last dynamic. Other notable pairings include Sporting Club de Huelva hosting Madrid CFF, Guiniguada Apolinario CD facing RC Deportivo de La Coruña, and Sport Extremadura CD taking on Alhama CF — a match highlighted for featuring one of the remaining third-tier teams against a surprising top-division contender this season.
In this knockout stage, lower-division teams will host their matches, adding a unique dimension of home advantage. The eight victorious teams will advance to join the existing eight Liga F clubs in the round of 16 in the 43rd edition of the tournament. This format underscores the competitive spirit and inclusivity of the Copa de la Reina, bringing together teams across different tiers of Spanish women’s football for thrilling encounters.
According to RTVE, the draw held on October 6 brought together a diverse mix of clubs, promising exciting developments in the competition's next phase. This round not only highlights the gap between league standings but also showcases the competitive potential of lower-tier sides when holding matches on their home grounds.