Copa de la Reina Basketball 2026: Schedule, Teams & How to Watch | Spain

Tarragona, Spain – The 2026 Copa de la Reina de baloncesto is set to tip off on March 26th, with Hozono Global Jairis looking to defend their title against a field of Spain’s top women’s basketball teams. The tournament, taking place at the Palau d’Esports Catalunya, promises a compelling four days of competition, building on a recent history of unpredictable results – five different champions have been crowned in the last five years.

The Copa de la Reina has quickly grow a showcase for the growing strength of Spanish women’s basketball. Spar Girona claimed the crown in 2021, followed by Perfumerías Avenida in 2022, Zaragoza Basket in 2023, and Valencia Basket in 2024. This year’s competition features a familiar mix of contenders, all vying for the coveted trophy.

The quarterfinal matchups will kick off the action on Thursday, March 26th. Casademont Zaragoza, currently leading the Liga Femenina Endesa, will face IDK Euskotren. Later that evening, Valencia Basket will take on Durán Maquinaria Ensino. Friday’s schedule features a rematch as Hozono Global Jairis battles Innova TSN Leganés, and a highly anticipated clash between Spar Girona and Perfumerías Avenida – a contest many are already calling a potential final preview.

Spar Girona vs. Perfumerías Avenida: A Clash of Titans

The matchup between Spar Girona and Perfumerías Avenida is undoubtedly the marquee game of the quarterfinal round. Currently second and fourth respectively in the Liga Endesa Femenina standings, both teams arrive in Tarragona in strong form. Spar Girona recently secured a 71-74 victory on the road against Valencia Basket, while Perfumerías Avenida defeated Durán Maquinaria Ensino 66-63 at home. The winner of this contest will advance to face either Hozono Global Jairis or Innova TSN Leganés in the semifinals, potentially setting up a repeat of the 2025 final should Perfumerías Avenida prevail.

For Hozono Global Jairis, the road to retaining their title begins with a Friday matchup against Innova TSN Leganés. Interestingly, the team from Alcantarilla recently suffered a 73-71 defeat against Leganés in Liga Femenina Endesa play, providing them with a clear opportunity for revenge on the Copa de la Reina stage. The team is expected to be supported by approximately 400 fans making the trip to cheer them on.

Quarterfinal Schedule & Beyond

Here’s a complete look at the schedule for the 2026 Copa de la Reina:

Casademont Zaragoza enters their quarterfinal matchup against IDK Euskotren as the clear favorites, having defeated them 63-73 in Liga play just a month ago. Valencia Basket, making their eighth appearance in the Copa de la Reina, will look to advance past Durán Maquinaria Ensino, a team that reached the final in both 1999, and 2002. Valencia nearly upset Perfumerías Avenida last weekend, suggesting they could be a dangerous opponent in Tarragona.

The Copa de la Reina continues to be a thrilling and unpredictable tournament, showcasing the best of Spanish women’s basketball. With a diverse field of contenders and a history of surprising results, this year’s edition promises to be another memorable event.

The championship game is scheduled for Sunday, March 29th, at 18:00 CET (17:00 UTC). Stay tuned to Archysport for continued coverage of the Copa de la Reina, including game recaps, analysis, and exclusive interviews.