Spanish newspapers look forward to El Clasico with major headlines

The fiery clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona topped the headlines of the Spanish newspapers issued on Thursday morning. The semifinals of the Copa Del Rey will feature one of the biggest games in the world as Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet for the first leg of the semifinals. 
Barcelona is on track to win La Liga and is currently, seven points ahead of Real Madrid and Xavi has already secured his first trophy in charge with a Spanish Super Cup victory, also over Real Madrid. But with Barca falling out of Europa League at the hands of Manchester United, this is a competition that they need to win to have a successful season. It's also an important competition for Real Madrid as their La Liga dominance is under threat. Los Blancos are still in the running for a Champions League victory but with the team so many points behind, they may need to secure a double, not counting the Club World Cup to feel good about how things have gone.

Barcelona and Real Madrid will meet over two legs with a place in the Copa Del Rey semi-final on the line. 

The Spanish newspaper Marca wrote, “The historic rivalry games... Madrid and Barcelona meet in the run-up to the final match."

The newspaper added, "Xavi says:” Madrid is the favorites to win the match - Rodrygo and Ansu Fati return – Camavinga is looking for the club's title that he lacks."
FC Barcelona travel to the Santiago Bernabéu stadium for the Copa Del Rey semifinal first leg after two defeats and with many key players
As the AS newspaper cover story reads: "The Cup ... Real Madrid vs Barcelona are seeking to struggle in a competition that has become a priority," and added, "Camavinga and Modric will be the focal point of Real Madrid."
The two teams clash in the third confrontation this season, while two other confrontations remain on March 19 in the Spanish Premier League “La Liga” and April 5 in the second leg of the King’s Cup semi-final at Camp Nou.