What Luis Enrique thinks of the Copa del Rey final venue

What Luis Enrique thinks of the Copa del Rey final venue

Barcelona face Alaves there on May 27, with Atletico Madrid's ground also being the place the Catalans won last year's trophy

Luis Enrique has given his verdict on the venue for the Copa del Rey final, which will be the Vicente Calderon.

Barcelona face Alaves there on May 27, with Atletico Madrid's ground also being the place the Catalans won last year's trophy, against Sevilla.

"I think it’s great. Nothing to do with tomorrow [PSG clash], but it’s fine, brings back memories of last year, it's a historic ground. It’s great," said the Asturian coach.

The final will be shown on Tele5 and TV3 in Spain. The kick-off time has been a contentious issue. Last year Barcelona and Sevilla, conscious the game was on a Sunday, asked for it to take place as early as possible. However rights holders Tele5 enforced a 9.30pm kick-off time.

This year, with it being on a Saturday, it’s easier for supporters to attend even if it is late. The most probably outcome is that the TV companies will want it at prime time in Spain, which is 9.30pm or 10pm kick off.