Celta Vigo, vying to reach its third title match, is a surprise semifinalist in the 2017 Copa del Rey, ousting favored Real Madrid 4-3 in aggregate in the two-leg quarterfinals.
Alaves had an easier path to the semifinals, downing second-division side Alcorcon, and have lost once in their last 16 matches across all competitions.
Alaves is playing on short rest compared to Celta. Celta’s match against Real last Sunday was postponed due to storm damage at its stadium, while Alaves defeated Sporting Gijon in La Liga play.
Alaves petitioned the Spanish Football Federation to postpone the cup match but the appeal was denied.
Want to watch the game? Check out the details:
What: Alaves vs. Celta in the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 8, at noon (3 p.m. Eastern time).
Where: Mendizorrotza Stadium, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Araba, Spain.
TV channel: beIn Sports (Comcast 643/641).
Live stream: beIN Sports Connect.
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