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Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad is a Basque Derby with a place in the Copa del Rey final on the line. This is the 1st leg of the semi-final, played at San Mamés in Bilbao, where intensity is guaranteed from kick-off. With the tie split across two legs, every goal matters and the margin for error is thin. Expect a tactical battle, big moments, and a crowd that will turn this into a true cup-night atmosphere.
Match Preview
This Copa del Rey semi-final 1st leg brings the Basque Derby to the biggest domestic cup stage. Athletic Club host Real Sociedad at San Mamés, a venue built for high-pressure knockout football. With the final within reach, both sides know this first leg can shape the entire tie: a lead to protect, or a deficit to chase, in the return match.
Derby dynamics often override recent results, and semi-finals rarely open up early. Expect a controlled start, set-piece pressure, and game management decisions that reflect the two-leg format. One decisive spell can swing momentum for the rest of the semi-final.
Where to watch on TV & Live Stream
Kick-off is 21:00 CET on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at San Mamés, Bilbao (Spain). In the USA, watch on ESPN+. In Spain, coverage is listed via TVE La 1 and RTVE Play (with other options also provided below). In France, the listed broadcaster is DAZN France.
How to watch Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad online
Streaming is the simplest way to follow this Copa del Rey semi-final if you are not watching on traditional TV. In the USA, you can stream on the ESPN App with ESPN+ access (listed at $10.99/month, or $14.99/month as part of a bundle with Hulu/Disney+). In Spain, RTVE Play is listed as an official option, alongside other domestic platforms shown in the table. Many services require an active subscription and may apply geo-restrictions, so make sure you are using the correct local version of the app or website for your country.
| Країна | Офіційний бродкастер |
|---|---|
| 🇦🇫 Afghanistan | FanCode |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | MBC Shahid |
| 🇦🇩 Andorra | DAZN France, TVE La 1 |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | MBC Shahid |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | FanCode |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | Sport TV Belarus |
| 🇧🇹 Bhutan | FanCode |
| 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina | Arena Sport 3P |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | Disney+ Premium Brazil |
| 🇧🇬 Bulgaria | MAX Sport 4 |
| 🇧🇮 Burundi | Sporty TV |
| 🇹🇩 Chad | MBC Shahid |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | Win Play |
| 🇨🇩 Congo DR | Sporty TV |
| 🇨🇷 Costa Rica | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇭🇷 Croatia | Arena Sport 3 Croatia, MAXtv To Go |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | Disney+ |
| 🇩🇯 Djibouti | MBC Shahid |
| 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇪🇨 Ecuador | Canal del Futbol |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | MBC Shahid |
| 🇸🇻 El Salvador | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | VeikkausTV, Disney+ Premium |
| 🇫🇷 France | DAZN France |
| 🇬🇭 Ghana | Sporty TV |
| 🇬🇹 Guatemala | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇬🇳 Guinea | Sporty TV |
| 🇭🇳 Honduras | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇭🇺 Hungary | Sport 1 Hungary |
| 🇮🇸 Iceland | Disney+ Premium |
| 🇮🇳 India | FanCode |
| 🇮🇷 Iran | MBC Shahid |
| 🇮🇶 Iraq | MBC Shahid |
| 🇮🇱 Israel | Sport 6 |
| 🇯🇴 Jordan | MBC Shahid |
| 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan | Sport Plus |
| 🇰🇪 Kenya | Sporty TV |
| 🇽🇰 Kosovo | Arena 5 Premium |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | MBC Shahid |
| 🇱🇾 Libya | MBC Shahid |
| 🇲🇰 Macedonia | Arena 5 Premium |
| 🇲🇻 Maldives | FanCode |
| 🇲🇷 Mauritania | MBC Shahid |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Sky Sports Mexico, Sky+, izzi |
| 🇲🇨 Monaco | DAZN France |
| 🇲🇪 Montenegro | Arena 5 Premium |
| 🇲🇦 Morocco | MBC Shahid |
| 🇲🇿 Mozambique | Sporty TV |
| 🇳🇵 Nepal | FanCode |
| 🇳🇮 Nicaragua | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇳🇬 Nigeria | Sporty TV |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | Disney+ Premium |
| 🇴🇲 Oman | MBC Shahid |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | FanCode |
| 🇵🇸 Palestine | MBC Shahid |
| 🇵🇦 Panama | Sky Sports Norte |
| 🇵🇪 Peru | América Televisión, Movistar Deportes Peru |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | Eleven Sports 2 Poland, Canal+ |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | Sport TV4 |
| 🇶🇦 Qatar | MBC Shahid |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | Sportbox.ru, Match TV, matchtv.ru |
| 🇷🇼 Rwanda | Sporty TV |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | MBC Shahid |
| 🇷🇸 Serbia | Arena Sport 1×2, Arena 5 Premium |
| 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone | Sporty TV |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | Sporty TV |
| 🇸🇸 South Sudan | MBC Shahid |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | TVE La 1, RTVE Play, Movistar+, fuboTV España |
| 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | FanCode |
| 🇸🇩 Sudan | MBC Shahid |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | Disney+ |
| 🇸🇾 Syria | MBC Shahid |
| 🇹🇿 Tanzania | Sporty TV |
| 🇹🇳 Tunisia | MBC Shahid |
| 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Maincast TV |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | MBC Shahid |
| 🇺🇾 Uruguay | Flow TV |
| 🇺🇸 USA | ESPN Select, fuboTV, ESPN App |
| 🇻🇪 Venezuela | Meridiano Television, Venevision, inter |
| 🇾🇪 Yemen | MBC Shahid |
How to watch anywhere with VPN
Geo-blocking applies to many official streams, so a VPN can help you access the same service you normally use when you travel. Pick a reputable VPN, install it on your device, then connect to a server in the country where your streaming subscription works (for example, connect to a UK server if your platform is based there). Open the streaming app or website and sign in as normal.
Most top VPNs work across iOS, Android, desktop browsers, and many Smart TV setups. Use the official broadcaster listed for your location, then confirm the match page shows the correct kick-off time before play starts.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some major sportsbooks stream football, including Copa del Rey ties, when your account meets their requirements. Platforms such as Bet365, Unibet, and William Hill often show live games if you have a funded account or have placed a bet recently (rules vary by country).
- Create an account with a licensed sportsbook in your region.
- Complete any required verification.
- Deposit funds (a minimum balance is often required).
- Find the match in the live section and look for a “Play” or live stream icon.
Availability depends on local regulations and the sportsbook’s rights in your country.
San Mamés hosts a Copa del Rey semi-final Basque Derby, and the first leg can set the tone for the entire tie. Check your local listings early, get your stream ready, and don’t miss kick-off at 21:00 CET.