After securing their qualification to the next phase of the Copa del Rey by defeating SD Amorebieta, RC Celta learned this afternoon of their next opponent in the round of 16: Valencia CF. The draw held at the Ciudad del Fútbol de Las Rozas at 18:30 hours determined that the Galicians will face the Valencians in an exciting round, scheduled between January 16 and 17, 2024, at Mestalla, a stage they had not reached since 2018.
In the thrilling match played in Urritxe, Rafa Benítez’s pupils managed to defeat Amorebieta with a score of 2-4, thanks to a brace from Douvikas and goals from Miguel Rodríguez and Jailson Marqués. Four accurate shots that ensured RC Celta’s presence in the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey six years later.
Following the victory in Basque lands, fate has dictated that the Celestes head to the Mediterranean to face Valencia CF. The Ché team, which secured their ticket to the next phase by beating FC Cartagena 1-2, demonstrated impressive potential and undeniable strength in the round of 16, which promises an exciting and closely contested match against RC Celta in the battle to reach the semifinals of the cup tournament.
