In a dazzling display of football prowess, FC Barcelona overwhelmed arch-rivals Real Madrid with a 5-2 victory in the Spanish Super Cup final at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
The match began with Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé opening the scoring, igniting hopes for the Madridistas.
However, Barcelona’s response was swift and relentless. Lamine Yamal leveled the score, followed by a penalty converted by Robert Lewandowski.
Raphinha then took center stage, netting two goals, with Alejandro Balde adding another to seal the emphatic win.
This victory not only avenged last year’s final loss to Real Madrid but also marked Barcelona’s 15th Spanish Super Cup title, reaffirming their dominance in Spanish football.
The night was further highlighted by Raphinha’s exceptional performance, earning him the Man of the Match accolade.
As the final whistle blew, the Barcelona faithful erupted in joy, celebrating a night where their team showcased resilience, skill, and an unyielding spirit, etching another glorious chapter in the club’s storied history.
This victory also marked the first time Barcelona scored at least four goals in consecutive El Clásico matches, having previously beaten Real Madrid 4-0 at the Bernabéu.
In their last two encounters in the Spanish Super Cup final and La Liga, Barcelona has demonstrated clear superiority over Real Madrid, securing back-to-back victories with a combined scoreline of 9-2.
This dominant performance underscores Barcelona’s current superiority in this historic rivalry.