Of all the trophies in the sport, the Copa del Rey continues to pose a great challenge for Real Madrid. Over the last decade, Los Blancos have only topped the Copa del Rey twice. Since 2014, the Spanish giants have hoisted the Champions League title triple the amount of times they have won Spain's oldest soccer competition.

Real Madrid can book a spot in the last 16 of the Copa del Rey when they face Deportiva Minera at Estadio Municipal Angel Celdran on Monday. The fourth-tier hosts have not played a game since Dec. 21 while Carlo Ancelotti's visitors saw off Valencia 2-1 in La Liga on Friday.

Real Madrid are hopeful Vinicius Jr will avoid suspension after the club appealed his straight red card during their 2-1 comeback win over Valencia last week, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Sunday. The Italian coach confirmed Vinicius is travelling to Cartagena for Monday's Copa del Rey match against Deportiva Minera.

Real Madrid ended 2024 on a high, securing two trophies and showcasing improved form from key players like Kylian Mbappé and Rodrygo Goes. The team overcame early-season challenges to finish the year strongly.