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Spain's fiercest rivals, Real Madrid and Barcelona, are set to reignite their historic rivalry in the 2025 Supercopa de España final. The highly anticipated clash takes place on Sunday evening at the iconic King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Both teams head into this showdown brimming with confidence after dominant performances in their respective semi-final encounters.
Barcelona paved their way to the final with a 2-0 victory over Athletic Club on Wednesday night, displaying clinical efficiency. On the other hand, Real Madrid overcame a spirited Mallorca side on Thursday, eventually cruising to a 3-0 win after a decisive opener from Jude Bellingham. This final marks a repeat of the 2024 showdown, where Real Madrid claimed the trophy with a commanding 4-1 victory.
Match Details: When and Where to Watch
- Date: Sunday, 12 January 2025
- Kick-off Time: 00:45 Nepal Time (13-Jan) / 14:00 ET / 11:00 PT
- Location: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Referee: Jesús Gil Manzano
- VAR: Javier Iglesias Villanueva
Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Matches)
- Real Madrid: 4 wins
- Barcelona: 1 win
- Draws: 0
Real Madrid holds the upper hand in recent encounters, having won four of the last five meetings. However, Barcelona’s single victory in this period, a remarkable 3-1 win in the 2023 Supercopa final, serves as a reminder of their capability to deliver on the big stage.
Real Madrid Team News and Predicted Lineup
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti may have to tweak his starting lineup for the final, considering the quick turnaround from their semi-final. While the usual suspects like Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr. are expected to start, fresh legs could come into play.
David Alaba might feature in the backline, replacing Aurelien Tchouameni, who sustained a head injury in the semi-final. Meanwhile, Luka Modric's availability remains uncertain as he recovers from illness. Potential changes could see Arda Guler, Fran Garcia, Dani Ceballos, or Brahim Diaz stepping into the XI.
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Courtois
- Defenders: Vazquez, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Mendy
- Midfielders: Valverde, Camavinga, Rodrygo, Bellingham
- Forwards: Vinicius, Mbappe
Barcelona Team News and Predicted Lineup
Barcelona manager Flick has a nearly full-strength squad at his disposal, with Ronald Araujo and Andreas Christensen back in contention. However, the absence of goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen due to long-term injury remains a setback.
Dani Olmo, whose registration expired at the end of 2024, won’t be available for this game despite a temporary extension. Gavi, who excelled in an advanced midfield role during the semi-final, is expected to play a pivotal role once again.
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Pena
- Defenders: Kounde, Cubarsi, Martinez, Balde
- Midfielders: Casado, Pedri, Yamal, Fermin
- Forwards: Raphinha, Lewandowski