Only five matches remain in the 2024–25 La Liga season for Barcelona, Real Madrid or Atlético Madrid to claim the Spanish crown.

Sportstar explains the referee controversy surrounding the build-up to the Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Frenkie de Jong and Pedri are set to resume their central midfield partnership, but with Alejandro Balde not yet ready to return, Gerard Martin could get the nod at left-back as Jules Kounde and Pau Cubarsi return after being rested for the midweek win over Real Mallorca.