Who Will Be the Referee in Real Madrid vs Real Sociedad Clash in Copa Del Rey?

Spanish referee Javier Alberola Rojas has been selected to referee the second leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal between Real Madrid and Real Sociedad. The match, which is anticipated to be a significant event in the tournament, will witness the experienced official overseeing one of the season’s most prominent fixtures. Real Madrid holds a 1-0 advantage following the first leg.

At the age of 36, Alberola Rojas has established a solid reputation in Spanish football, having made his debut in La Liga during the 2017-18 season. He has since earned recognition for his impartiality and skill on the pitch.

In the 2024-25 season, Alberola Rojas has already officiated several important matches, including Real Madrid’s 5-0 triumph over Deportiva Minera in the Copa del Rey Third Round on January 6, 2025, and their 3-2 victory against Leganes in the Copa del Rey Quarterfinals on February 5, 2025.

He has also officiated Real Sociedad’s 2-1 win over Espanyol in La Liga on February 9, 2025. Alberola Rojas has a background of officiating crucial Copa del Rey matches, such as Real Madrid’s impressive 6-1 win over Melilla on December 6, 2018.

His ongoing participation in significant matches highlights his reputation within Spanish football officiating, and his selection for this vital semifinal clash between two of Spain’s leading clubs is an indication of his rising impact in the realm of football refereeing.

This is a very crucial choice because in recent games, there has been a lot of controversy with refereeing in Real Madrid games. The club has been also using their official TV channel to pur pressure on referees by highlighting their mistakes.

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