Real Madrid beat Valencia to reach semis

[Folami David]

Real Madrid put themeselves on course for a place in the Kings Cup semifinals after winning 2-0 over Valencia at the Bernabeu on Tuesday.
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Karim Benzema scored just before the break and an own goal from Andres Guaedado in the 74th minute gave Jose Mourinho's side the advantage in the quaterfinal ahead of next weeks return at the Mestalla.
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The winners go on to face either holders Barcelona or Malaga, who meet at the Nou Camp on Wednesday.
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On the other side of the draw, Real Zaragoza host Sevilla on Wednesday, and Atletico Madrid receive Real Betis on Thursday.