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Deportivo La Coruña Vs Real Madrid | |
| Match Info | |
| Date | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Time | CAT: 21:00 | IST: 00:30 (13 Aug) | UTC: 19:00 | UK: 20:00 | Spain: 21:00 |
| Stadium | ABANCA-RIAZOR |
| City | A Coruña, Spain |
| Competition | Trofeo Teresa Herrera |
| Edition | 81st |
Deportivo vs Real Madrid Preview: History, Home Pride and a Useful Final Test
Deportivo host Real Madrid at ABANCA-RIAZOR on Wednesday 12 August at 21:00 CEST/CAT in the 81st edition of the Trofeo Teresa Herrera. Deportivo describes the tournament as the oldest annual summer football tournament and notes that the men’s edition is played as a single match. Source: RC Deportivo
The hosts arrive after a productive preparation period. Deportivo’s official recap lists wins over Compostela, Lugo and Genoa, draws with Real Oviedo, St Pauli and Fiorentina, and a 1-0 victory over Genoa to finish their Germany-Italy trip. Source: RC Deportivo
Real Madrid won 2-1 away to Ferencváros in their second pre-season game, with Mario Rivas and Carlos Espí scoring. The result gives José Mourinho another reference point before the trip to Galicia. Source: Real Madrid
The Teresa Herrera has history for both clubs. Deportivo are the tournament’s most successful men’s side with 26 titles, while Real Madrid have won it nine times. That context gives the game a stronger local meaning than a generic friendly, even though both coaches will still prioritise preparation.
Prediction: Deportivo La Coruña 1-2 Real Madrid
| Deportivo La Coruña Vs Real Madrid TV Channels & Live Stream | ||
| Country / Region | TV Channel | Live Stream |
| Spain | La 1 / TVG | RTVE and TVG digital platforms where available |
| Galicia | TVG | TVG digital platforms |
| International | Check local listings | RC Deportivo YouTube - club-announced stream, subject to rights |
| United Kingdom | No confirmed linear channel | Check RC Deportivo official YouTube / local rights |
| Sub-Saharan Africa | No confirmed linear channel | Check RC Deportivo official YouTube / local rights |
| Zimbabwe | No confirmed linear channel | Check RC Deportivo official YouTube / local rights |
| Real Madrid lists La 1 and TVG as the Spanish broadcasters. Deportivo has also announced the match through its official YouTube coverage; availability can still depend on territory and rights restrictions. | ||
Why the Teresa Herrera Match Should Be Competitive
Deportivo have a reason to treat this as more than a fitness exercise. It is their traditional home presentation and the final match before competitive league football, so the atmosphere and intensity should be stronger than in many summer friendlies.
Real Madrid should still have more individual quality, but pre-season football often punishes teams that rely on reputation. Deportivo’s recent results show a side that has been difficult to beat, including draws away to St Pauli and Fiorentina and a victory in Genoa.
Madrid will want cleaner control through midfield and more consistent pressure after losing the ball. Against Ferencváros they found enough quality to win, but Riazor offers a different challenge because Deportivo will have a home crowd and a trophy to chase.
For Deportivo, the practical plan is likely to be compact defending, aggressive work on second balls and quick attacks before Madrid can reorganise. If they can keep the match level deep into the second half, the pressure shifts toward the visitors.
Deportivo and Real Madrid Team News
Deportivo: Antonio Hidalgo’s side returned from its Germany and Italy tour and is scheduled to resume training on Tuesday before the Real Madrid match. The club has not yet announced the starting XI. Source: RC Deportivo
Real Madrid: Mourinho’s team comes off the 2-1 win at Ferencváros. Real Madrid officially lists the Deportivo fixture for 21:00 at Riazor and confirms La 1 and TVG coverage in Spain. The exact lineup should be taken from the official team sheet on matchday. Source: Real Madrid
Key Battles
Deportivo’s compact block vs Madrid’s creators: The hosts need to reduce the space between midfield and defence.
Second balls: Deportivo can keep the game competitive by winning loose possession and preventing Madrid from sustaining attacks.
Madrid’s rest defence: The visitors must stay organised when their full-backs and midfielders push high, because Deportivo will look for quick counters.
Final Prediction: Deportivo La Coruña 1-2 Real Madrid
