Albacete vs Barcelona, Copa del Rey: Team News, Preview, Lineups, Score Prediction

[(Albacete) Strength]:
1. Albacete have made a historic run to the quarter-final of the Copa del Rey, having previously eliminated Real Madrid at home. The team are now determined to go even further in the competition.
2. Betancor scored twice in the last round of the Copa del Rey against Real Madrid. He has already netted eight goals this season.
3. Albacete currently sit on 33 points in the Spanish Segunda Division, holding a 13-point cushion above the relegation zone. With their safety virtually assured, the team can now focus fully on their cup campaign.
4. In their last match against Real Madrid, Albacete had only 22% possession. However, their low-block defense and counter-attacking play proved highly effective, converting three goals from just five shots on target and ultimately securing a dramatic last-gasp victory over Real Madrid.
5. Albacete have found a winning rhythm following their victory over Real Madrid, which ended a previous five-match winless run. The team have now secured three consecutive wins in the league.

[(Albacete) Weakness]:
1. The two teams last met in 2005. In their four previous encounters, FC Barcelona secured victory on every occasion.

[(FC Barcelona) Strength]:
1. As the winners of the last Copa del Rey, FC Barcelona are determined to defend their title this time.
2. Yamal has scored 13 goals and provided 12 assists this season. In the last three games, he has scored three goals and provided one assist. His recent form has been extremely hot.
3. Marcus Rashford has come off the bench in each of the last two matches, scoring one goal in both appearances despite playing a combined total of just 63 minutes, highlighting his excellent recent form.
4. FC Barcelona are on a four-match winning streak, during which they have scored an impressive total of 14 goals, with an average of over three per game, showcasing remarkable attacking efficiency.
5. FC Barcelona have kept 5 clean sheets in their last 10 matches, with their defensive offside trap proving particularly successful.

[(FC Barcelona) Weakness]:
1. The two key midfielders of FC Barcelona, Pedri and Gavi, have been out for a long time due to injuries and will continue to be absent in this game.

[Tips]:
Albacete have undoubtedly been the biggest surprise package of this season's Copa del Rey, having eliminated top-flight sides RC Celta de Vigo and Real Madrid in succession. Their execution of a low-block defense and swift counter-attacking strategy has been highly effective.

As the team with the strongest offensive power in Spain nowadays, FC Barcelona may have some drawbacks in defense, but the team possess extensive experience and a variety of solutions for breaking down compact defenses.

With a multifaceted attack and forwards of exceptional individual quality, defending champions FC Barcelona are favored secure a big win in this fixture.

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