The highly anticipated Spanish Super Cup final between Barcelona and Real Madrid is set to take place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This clash represents the fourth consecutive Super Cup meeting between these storied rivals in the kingdom since 2020.
Match Details
The match will occur on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the King Abdullah Sports City, commonly known as Al-Jawhara Al-Musharrah. The final kicks off at:
- 10:00 PM Saudi Arabia and Qatar time
- 9:00 PM Egypt time
- 8:00 PM Morocco and Algeria time
The match will be officiated by Spanish referee José Luis Munuera.
Previous Encounters
Both teams have shown strong performances leading up to the final. Barcelona triumphed in their semi-final against Athletic Bilbao, winning 5-0. Their cohesive play demonstrated a return to form, with key players back in action.
Real Madrid, on the other hand, had a more challenging semi-final against Atlético Madrid, winning 2-1 in a match marked by tactical intensity. Despite the victory, the players showed vulnerabilities that could be exploited by Barcelona.
Historical Context
This final will be a critical opportunity for both clubs to assert their dominance. Barcelona has won the Super Cup title twice in Saudi Arabia, with their most recent victory last season, where they defeated Real Madrid 5-2. In contrast, Real Madrid secured the trophy once in 2024 with a 4-1 win over their rivals.
Team Form and Strategy
Barcelona enters the final with high morale, having improved significantly since their last meeting in October. They have scored 40 goals since that match, thrusting them to the top of the league with a four-point lead over Real Madrid.
In contrast, Real Madrid’s performance has raised concerns, especially in their attacking buildup. While defenders Antonio Rüdiger and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois have been pivotal, inconsistencies in the team’s overall strategy remain a worry ahead of this crucial contest.
Expected Lineups
Here are the anticipated lineups for both teams:
| Barcelona | Real Madrid |
|---|---|
| Juan García | Courtois |
| Koundé | Valverde |
| Eric | Asensio |
| Cubarsi | Rüdiger |
| Balde | Carerras |
| De Jong | Chuameni |
| Pedri | Camavinga |
| Brugge | Rodrigo |
| Fermin | Bellingham |
| Raphinha | Vinicius |
| Torres | Gonzalo |
As the Spanish Super Cup final approaches, fans around the world eagerly await what promises to be an electrifying encounter between two of football’s greatest clubs.
