In a dramatic conclusion to the Supercopa de España final, Barcelona delivered a commanding performance, defeating Real Madrid 5-2 at King Abdullah Sports City. This emphatic victory underscores Barcelona’s resurgence under the leadership of manager H. Flick, who has masterfully guided the team to reclaim their dominance in Spanish football.
¡A por la Supercopa, chicos! ❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/R62sslN6MA
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) January 12, 2025
The game began with Real Madrid seizing the lead early in the fifth minute, courtesy of Kylian Mbappé’s clinical strike. However, Barcelona quickly responded with a relentless attacking display. Lamine Yamal equalized in the 22nd minute, demonstrating the brilliance of the club’s rising star. By the end of the first half, Barcelona had overturned the deficit, with Robert Lewandowski converting a penalty and Raphinha adding another to make it 3-1. Alejandro Balde’s goal in the added time of the first half further solidified their control.
Real Madrid showed glimpses of resistance, with Rodrygo scoring in the 60th minute, narrowing the deficit to 4-2. However, their hopes were dashed when goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny received a red card in the 56th minute for a reckless challenge. Barcelona capitalized on the numerical advantage, with Raphinha completing his brace in the 48th minute to seal a dominant 5-2 victory.
🤍 ¡HALA MADRID! 🤍#SuperSupercopa pic.twitter.com/h8uhoQ8EGo
— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadrid) January 12, 2025
Statistically, the match highlighted Barcelona’s superior organization and efficiency. While Real Madrid managed 19 shots, only six were on target compared to Barcelona’s eight from 14 attempts. The Catalan side also enjoyed 52% possession, completing 433 passes with an impressive 86% accuracy. Despite committing 13 fouls and receiving four yellow cards, Barcelona’s defensive discipline ensured Real Madrid could not mount a significant comeback.
This victory not only secured Barcelona their latest Supercopa title but also reaffirmed their status as one of the premier teams in European football. Players like Raphinha and Lamine Yamal have emerged as pivotal figures in the squad, while Lewandowski’s leadership continues to inspire confidence.
For Real Madrid, the defeat marks a moment of reckoning. Manager C. Ancelotti faces growing scrutiny after what many fans described as an uncharacteristically lackluster performance in such a high-stakes match. The team’s inability to capitalize on their early lead and subsequent defensive lapses have left many questioning their tactical approach.
Cine 🎞️ pic.twitter.com/fBD4vqm1ru
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) January 12, 2025
As the rivalry between these two giants of Spanish football intensifies, this Supercopa de España final serves as a reminder of Barcelona’s resurgence and Real Madrid’s challenges ahead. Fans worldwide eagerly await the next installment of this storied rivalry, wondering how Real Madrid will respond to this stinging defeat.