Supercopa de España : Real Madrid vs Barcelona preview 01/12/2025
he football world is abuzz as arch-rivals Real Madrid and FC Barcelona prepare to clash in the Supercopa de España final on Sunday, January 12, 2025. This highly anticipated El Clásico will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with kick-off scheduled for 7:00 PM GMT.
Event Details
Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
Kick-off Time: 7:00 PM GMT
Venue: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Referee: To be announced
Broadcast Information
United Kingdom: The match will be broadcast live on Movistar Plus. Live streaming is available for subscribers via the Movistar Plus platform.
United States: Broadcast details are yet to be confirmed; viewers are advised to check local listings for updates.
Playing Ground: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium
The King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, also known as the "Jewel Stadium," is a modern facility located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With a seating capacity of over 62,000, it has hosted numerous high-profile sporting events, including previous editions of the Supercopa de España. The stadium's state-of-the-art amenities and vibrant atmosphere make it an ideal venue for this prestigious encounter.
Team News
Real Madrid
Manager Carlo Ancelotti faces a few selection challenges ahead of the final:
Unavailable Players:
Dani Carvajal: Sidelined due to injury.
Éder Militão: Out with an injury.
Returning Players:
Luka Modrić: Missed the semifinal due to illness but is expected to be available for the final.
FC Barcelona
Manager Hansi Flick has received a significant boost with key players returning:
Unavailable Players:
Marc-André ter Stegen: Remains sidelined due to injury.
Returning Players:
Ronald Araújo: Recovered from a long-term hamstring injury and is available for selection.
Dani Olmo: Cleared to play after Spain’s National Sports Council granted provisional registration.
Possible Lineups
Real Madrid (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois
Defenders:
Lucas Vázquez
Aurélien Tchouaméni
Antonio Rüdiger
Ferland Mendy
Midfielders:
Federico Valverde
Eduardo Camavinga
Luka Modrić
Forwards:
Rodrygo Goes
Karim Benzema
Vinícius Júnior
FC Barcelona (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Iñaki Peña
Defenders:
Jules Koundé
Pau Cubarsi
Iñigo Martínez
Alejandro Balde
Midfielders:
Sergio Busquets
Frenkie de Jong
Gavi
Forwards:
Ousmane Dembélé
Robert Lewandowski
Ansu Fati
Head-to-Head
This encounter marks the 259th official meeting between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. Historically, Real Madrid holds a slight edge with 105 victories, while Barcelona has secured 101 wins, and 52 matches have ended in draws. The goal tally is also closely contested, with Real Madrid scoring 433 goals to Barcelona's 423.
In their most recent La Liga meeting earlier this season, Barcelona achieved a commanding 4-0 victory at the Santiago Bernabéu. However, Real Madrid triumphed 4-1 in the last Supercopa de España final between these two giants.
Recent Form
Real Madrid
Los Blancos have been in impressive form leading up to the final. They secured a 3-0 victory over Mallorca in the semifinals, with goals from Jude Bellingham and others. Manager Carlo Ancelotti has implemented a 4-2-3-1 formation that has restored defensive balance and enhanced their attacking prowess.
FC Barcelona
The Catalans have shown resilience despite injury challenges. They comfortably defeated Athletic Club