Albacete Balompié eliminated Celta de Vigo in the Copa del Rey with Raúl Lizoain as the hero. The Canarian goalkeeper stopped a penalty in the shootout and led his team to victory.

What happened?

The match went to a penalty shootout after Celta de Vigo tied the game in the last minute. Raúl Lizoain became the protagonist of the night by stopping a penalty and giving his team the win.

Why is it important for Albacete?

The victory over Celta de Vigo is a great achievement for Albacete, which becomes one of the most surprising teams in the Copa del Rey. Raúl Lizoain emerges as one of the heroes of the competition.

What comes next?

Albacete qualifies for the round of 16 of the Copa del Rey and will face a new challenge in January. Raúl Lizoain and his team are ready to move forward in the competition.

StatisticValue
DateDecember 18, 2025
CompetitionCopa del Rey
OpponentCelta de Vigo
ResultVictory in the penalty shootout