Barcelona is set to face arch-rivals Real Madrid today at King Abdullah Sports City – "The Jewel Stadium" – in the highly anticipated final of the 2025 Spanish Super Cup, held in Saudi Arabia.
The Catalan giants secured their spot in the final by defeating Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in the semifinals, with goals from Gavi and Lamine Yamal. Under the guidance of coach Hans Flick, Barcelona aims to claim their 15th title, solidifying their position as the most successful team in Spanish Super Cup history.
Match Details: Barcelona vs. Real Madrid
Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
Time: 19:00 GMT
Venue: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah
Broadcast: SSC 1 HD
Commentator: Faris Awad
Barcelona’s Predicted Starting XI
Goalkeeper: Wojciech Szczęsny
Defenders: Jules Koundé, Pau Cubarsi, Iñigo Martínez, Alejandro Balde
Midfielders: Marc Casadó, Pedri, Gavi
Forwards: Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha