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January 13, 2025 – Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Barcelona delivered a commanding performance in the Spanish Super Cup final, defeating Real Madrid 5-2 in a thrilling El Clásico encounter at King Abdullah Stadium on Sunday night. This victory highlighted the Blaugrana’s growing dominance under manager Xavi Hernandez and their resurgence as one of Europe’s elite teams.
The match began with Real Madrid striking early. Kylian Mbappé found the back of the net in the 12th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to give Los Blancos an initial lead. However, Barcelona’s response was swift and decisive. Lamine Yamal, the 17-year-old prodigy, equalized in the 18th minute with a composed finish past Thibaut Courtois, igniting Barcelona’s momentum.
Robert Lewandowski then stepped up to convert a penalty in the 24th minute, awarded after a controversial foul by Lucas Vazquez. Moments later, Raphinha doubled Barcelona’s lead with a brilliant strike, putting the Blaugrana in control at 3-1.
As halftime approached, Alejandro Balde added Barcelona’s fourth goal, finishing a slick team move and sending his side into the break with a commanding 4-1 advantage.
The second half started with Barcelona extending their lead to 5-1, thanks to Raphinha’s second goal of the night. However, Real Madrid showed resilience and managed to pull one back through a superb free-kick by Rodrygo in the 68th minute, making the final score 5-2.
Despite the late push from Real Madrid, Barcelona’s defensive discipline and attacking efficiency proved too much for their rivals. This emphatic victory not only secured the Spanish Super Cup but also underscored Barcelona’s intent to dominate Spanish football once again.
Key Performances:
- Raphinha: The standout player of the night, contributing two goals and consistently creating problems for the Madrid defense.
- Lamine Yamal: At just 17, he showcased remarkable composure and skill, scoring a vital equalizer.
- Real Madrid’s Struggles: Despite Mbappé’s early goal and Rodrygo’s free-kick, defensive frailties and a lack of midfield control left Los Blancos exposed.
Final Score:
Real Madrid 2 – 5 Barcelona
Goals:
Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé (12′), Rodrygo (68′)
Barcelona: Lamine Yamal (18′), Robert Lewandowski (24′ – pen), Raphinha (28′, 52′), Alejandro Balde (45′)
Man of the Match: Raphinha (Barcelona)