When Mallorca won the 2002/03 Copa del Rey

Mallorca are preparing to return to the Copa del Rey final for the first time in 21 years. Javier Aguirre’s side are set to go head-to-head with Ernesto Valverde’s Athletic Club in Saturday’s showpiece event at La Cartuja. While Athletic have gone 40 years without a Copa del Rey trophy, they have won the competition on 23 previous occasions. In contrast to their opponents, Mallorca have lifted the treasured piece of silverware just one time in their history. To mark their upcoming final appearance, we have taken a look back at their memorable cup success.