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Rabat – Spain’s biggest rivals meet in Jeddah on Sunday as Barcelona take on Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final at Alinma Bank Stadium. The winner will claim the first Clásico of 2026 and lift an early-season trophy.
The Super Cup, played in a four-team format, gives both sides their first chance at silverware this year. Barcelona qualified as champions of La Liga and the Copa del Rey, while Real Madrid earned their place as runners-up in both competitions.
𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬. ♟️
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Match Details:
- Fixture: Barcelona vs Real Madrid
- Competition: Spanish Super Cup (Final)
- Venue: Alinma Bank Stadium, Jeddah (Neutral)
- Kick-off: 8:00 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 11
- How to watch: SSC (MENA); ESPN2 / ESPN+ (USA); TNT Sports 1 (UK)
Barcelona Team News
Barcelona head into the final with almost their full squad available. Only Gavi, Marc-André ter Stegen, and Andreas Christensen are missing. Lamine Yamal, who sat out the semifinal due to illness, has been cleared to start on the right wing.
The team is full of confidence after their 5–0 win over Athletic Club in the semifinal. Coach Hansi Flick is expected to field a strong lineup, with Pedri and Frenkie de Jong controlling the midfield and Ferran Torres leading the attack.
Probable XI: J. García; Koundé, Cubarsí, E. García, Balde; Pedri, De Jong; Yamal, Raphinha, Fermín; F. Torres.
Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid enter the final with mixed injury news. Their star striker has recovered from a knee problem and is back with the team. Trent Alexander-Arnold (thigh), Éder Militão (hamstring), and Brahim Díaz (AFCON duty) are ruled out. Antonio Rüdiger, Rodrygo, and Raúl Asencio will face late fitness checks after the semifinal.
Madrid reached the final after a 2–1 win over Atletico, and coach Xabi Alonso is expected to rely on a strong midfield pairing of Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni. Up front, Vinícius Júnior will join the returning striker to lead the attack.
Probable XI: Courtois; Valverde, Asensio, Huijsen, Carreras; Camavinga, Tchouaméni, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Mbappé, Vinícius Jr.
What to Expect
The Spanish Super Cup final is expected to be an open, attacking game. Barcelona, boosted by their five-goal semifinal win, will rely on their wingers to keep possession and put pressure on Real Madrid’s defense.
Real Madrid also have dangerous forwards who can take advantage of mistakes. The last three Super Cup Clasico finals have produced 16 goals, showing how often these matches turn into high-scoring battles.
Barcelona are likely to press high and control the midfield, while Xabi Alonso’s side will stay compact and look to counterattack.
With injuries reshaping Madrid’s back line, Barcelona enters as the slight favorites. Still, Clasicos in this format are usually close and unpredictable, with a few key moments often deciding the winner.
Safe Bets:
- Both Teams to Score – Yes: Both teams have strong attacks, and past Super Cup Clásicos have produced plenty of goals.
- Over 2.5 Goals – Yes: The last three finals between Barcelona and Real Madrid averaged more than five goals each.
- Vinícius Jr. to Score or Assist: The Brazilian remains Real Madrid’s main attacking weapon and often delivers in big matches.
Prediction: Barcelona 3–2 Real Madrid
