WATCH: Real Madrid race into two-goal lead in Copa del Rey clash through Fede Valverde banger

On January 7, 2025By Littum

Real Madrid have struggled in recent history against lower league opposition in the Copa del Rey, particularly against Alcoyano. But they show no signs of giving Deportiva Minera any hope as they race into a commanding lead early on.

The opener came after just six minutes from Fede Valverde after he continued his run of fine goals by sending a volley past Fran Martinez to give Carlo Ancelotti’s side the advantage.

No one messes up #RealMadrid here, there are two goals ahead within 13 minutes.

Fede Valverde first with this fine volley and Eduardo Camavinga headed home a fine Fran Garcia assist to put Los Blancos in front.

15′ Deportiva Minera 0-2 Real Madridpic.twitter.com/2T887XbdEi

— Football España (@footballespana_) 6 January 2025

Another six minutes on and Real Madrid had doubled their lead when Eduardo Camavinga came on. After Fran Garcia made a fine effort to win the ball back high up the pitch, he produced an excellent cross. Camavinga rose highest to convert it.

Los Blancos have so far enjoyed themselves against the fourth team from Murcia. Carlo Ancelotti gave debuts to right-back Lorenzo Aguado and centre-back Diego Aguado, and neither has looked out of place so far.