Carlo Ancelotti's superstars have had to deal with some big defensive injuries, while Kylian Mbappe is starting to warm up after a slow start to life in Madrid. MORE - Barcelona 2

Real Madrid left Kylian Mbappe out of their squad to face Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg on Wednesday owing to a dental problem. The French superstar did not train with his team-mates on Tuesday ahead of the game but coach Carlo Ancelotti said the striker would travel to San Sebastian.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti was either putting Real Sociedad off the trail, or simply has changed his mind, but what is certain is that Los Blancos will be without three key players for their

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid is LIVE from the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys tonight. The two Spanish giants face off in the Copa del Rey semi-final first-leg as both sides aim to put themselves in a strong position ahead of the return meeting in April.

The Copa del Rey continues as Barcelona battles Atlético Madrid today. This match is available on one streaming service.

Barcelona and Atletico Madrid both rallied from two goals down in a frantic 4-4 draw in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals