Real Madrid Dominate Deportivo Minera in Copa Del Rey Last 16 Qualifier

Real Madrid effortlessly advanced to the Copa del Rey last 16 after a convincing 5-0 win against Deportivo Minera, a fourth-tier team. Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga, and Arda Guler all found the back of the net in the first half, showcasing the dominance of the Spanish champions. Luka Modric added a fourth goal before Guler secured his brace to seal the emphatic victory. Coach Carlo Ancelotti wisely chose to rest key players in preparation for the upcoming Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia, including stars like Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior, who made appearances as substitutes in the second half.

Valverde volleyed home at the back post early on to help Madrid take control and Camavinga doubled the lead after 13 minutes with a header.

Endrick came close to adding a third for Los Blancos before Guler pounced with the aid of a deflection after cutting in from the right.

Brahim Diaz hit the post early in the second half before 39-year-old midfielder Modric notched with a neat curling effort.

Guler finished with ease at the death after Fran Garcia teed him up to cap a fine night for the Turkish playmaker.

On Saturday Barcelona and Atletico Madrid also eased into the next round, while holders Athletic Bilbao scraped through on penalties against third-tier Logrones.

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The draw for the next round takes place on Wednesday, with the fixtures due to take place between January 14-16.

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