Sporting de Hortaleza will have the opportunity to face Sevilla in the first round of the Copa del Rey, following the decision of the RFEF Appeals Committee that rejected the appeal presented by Atlético Unión Güímar. The appeal referred to the suspension of the second leg match between both teams, which had been canceled after Sporting's 1‑0 victory in the first leg played in the Community of Madrid.
The incident occurred on October 6, when the sole judge of non-professional competitions ordered the suspension of the second leg due to the unfortunate events that occurred during the first leg. Atlético Unión Güímar considered that Sporting's refusal to play the second leg represented a forfeit and requested that the result be awarded by default. The appeal was presented to the Appeals Committee, but on Monday the judge's initial decision was confirmed and the appeal was dismissed.
With the firm resolution, Sporting de Hortaleza maintains its position in the group stage and prepares for the match against Sevilla, which will be held in the Spanish capital. The match will be played behind closed doors at the El Peñón Stadium, located in Cruz de Tenerife, as ordered by the judge on October 11.
Sporting, which has shown a solid performance this season, faces a rival with a longer history in the national competition. The absence of controversy in the appeal process allows the club to focus on tactical and physical preparation for the challenge that awaits them. Sevilla, for its part, seeks to consolidate its position in the Copa del Rey and take advantage of the opportunity to advance to the next phase.
The result of this match will define whether Sporting de Hortaleza will be able to continue its participation in the Copa del Rey or if its campaign will come to an end in the first round. The Madrid club's fans are looking forward to the match, while Atlético Unión Güímar will have to accept the RFEF's decision and look for other opportunities in the competition.