The Barca vs Real Madrid Spanish Super Cup final delivered the spectacle fans craved, with Barcelona dismantling Real Madrid 5-2 in an unforgettable showdown at the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. From early drama to a relentless Barça blitz, here’s how the Catalan giants lifted their record-extending 15th Supercopa title.
A Dream Start Turns Sour for Madrid
Real Madrid couldn’t have asked for a better start. Kylian Mbappé’s solo brilliance in the 5th minute saw him glide past defenders before slotting home into the far corner, giving Madrid an early 1-0 lead. The Madridistas erupted in celebration, but little did they know what Barça had in store.
Barça’s First-Half Masterclass
The opening goal seemed to awaken Barcelona’s inner beast. In the 22nd minute, Lamine Yamal, the young sensation, equalized with a composed finish that left Real Madrid scrambling. A mere 14 minutes later, Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty after Gavi was fouled by Eduardo Camavinga, tilting the scales in Barça’s favor.
Barcelona’s dominance continued as Raphinha soared to connect with a perfectly timed header from Jules Koundé’s long cross, making it 3-1. Just when Madrid thought they could catch their breath, Alejandro Balde added a fourth deep into first-half stoppage time after a brilliant sequence involving Yamal and Raphinha.
Raphinha’s Magic Continues
The second half began with a glimmer of hope for Real Madrid as Rodrygo’s shot rattled the crossbar. But that hope was short-lived. Three minutes after the restart, Raphinha weaved through Madrid’s defense like a magician slicing through a deck of cards, calmly slotting in his second goal of the night to make it 5-1.
Drama with a Red Card
The game wasn’t without controversy. Barça’s goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny was sent off in the 56th minute for fouling Mbappé, leaving Barcelona to play the remainder of the match with 10 men. Substitute keeper Iñaki Peña stepped up but couldn’t stop Rodrygo’s free kick, giving Madrid a sliver of hope at 5-2.
Despite their numerical disadvantage, Barça held firm, with Peña denying a late effort from Mbappé in stoppage time to ensure there would be no miraculous comeback for Real.
Takeaways
- Barça’s Offensive Firepower: With goals from Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Balde, Barcelona’s attack was unstoppable.
- Madrid’s Missed Chances: Despite early control, Madrid failed to capitalize on opportunities, leaving them vulnerable to Barça’s counter-attacks.
- Raphinha’s Night to Remember: A brace and an assist underline Raphinha’s growing importance to Barça.
- Ancelotti’s Regrets: The Madrid coach admitted his team failed to play their game, particularly in the first half.
FAQs
Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 5-2 to win their record-extending 15th Spanish Super Cup title.
Raphinha stole the show with two goals and an assist, while Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski also shone for Barcelona.
Barcelona’s four-goal first half, capped by Balde’s stoppage-time strike, left Real Madrid with too much ground to cover.
Despite an early goal by Kylian Mbappé, Madrid’s defense faltered, and their attack lacked precision in critical moments.
Barcelona will look to build on their momentum in La Liga, while Real Madrid will aim to bounce back from this disappointment.
Conclusion: A Statement Win for Barça
The Barca vs Real Madrid Spanish Super Cup final wasn’t just a game; it was a declaration. Under coach Hansi Flick, Barcelona showed they’re ready to reclaim their dominance in Spanish football.
For Madrid, it’s a bitter pill to swallow, especially after such a promising start. But for Barça fans, the night belonged to their stars — particularly Raphinha, whose magic illuminated the King Abdullah Sport City Stadium.
This victory sets the tone for the rest of the season, as Barcelona sends a clear message: they’re back, and they mean business.
