Supercopa de España: when will the Real Madrid vs Barcelona FINAL be played?

The 2025 Supercopa de España brings us another edition of the iconic clash in spanish football: Real Madrid versus FC Barcelona. This much-anticipated match will take place on Sunday, January 12 at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Road to the final

Real Madrid: dominant in the semifinals

Real Madrid secured their spot in the final with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca. The goals came in the second half: Jude Bellingham opened the scoring in the 63rd minute, followed by an own goal from Martin Valjent in injury time, and finally, Rodrygo sealed the win in the 95th minute. Under Carlo Ancelotti's leadership, the team showcased excellent form, dominating every aspect of the game.

FC Barcelona: superiority against Athletic Club

FC Barcelona defeated Athletic Club 2-0 to earn their place in the final. Gavi opened the scoring with a timely goal, and young talent Lamine Yamal extended the lead, securing the Catalan side’s spot in the championship. Head coach Hansi Flick praised the team's composure under pressure and their ability to capitalize on opportunities.

History in the spanish Super Cup

This will mark the third consecutive final between Real Madrid and Barcelona in the spanish Super Cup. In 2024, Real Madrid claimed the title with a 4-1 victory, while Barcelona lifted the trophy in 2023. Currently, Barcelona holds the record for most titles in the competition with 14, followed closely by Real Madrid with 13.

Match details

• Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025
• Time: 14:00 ET / 11:00 PT
• Venue: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Expectations for the final

Both teams enter the final in excellent form, promising a highly competitive encounter. Real Madrid aims to equal Barcelona’s record for Super Cup titles, while Barcelona seeks to extend their lead and redeem themselves after losing last year’s final. This clash not only features historic rivals but also showcases two teams performing at a high level recently.

Recent news from both teams

Real Madrid

Real Madrid has been active in the transfer market, securing the signing of Lamini Fati for their youth academy. The talented youngster from Leganés is expected to develop and potentially join the first team in the future.

Additionally, the club is reportedly interested in bolstering their defense, with rumors suggesting moves for prominent Premier League players. These efforts aim to ensure defensive solidity in upcoming competitions by adding experience and quality to the squad.

FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona has faced administrative challenges recently. The Consejo Superior de Deportes (CSD) granted a precautionary measure allowing the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor after LaLiga and the RFEF initially denied their licenses due to late submission. This decision has sparked debate in spanish football circles.

On the sporting front, young prodigy Lamine Yamal has expressed his desire to renew his contract with Barcelona. Recently awarded the Emerging Player of the Year at the Globe Soccer Awards, Yamal emphasized his commitment to staying with the club and contributing to future successes.

Key facts about the 2025 spanish Super Cup final

• Date and time: Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 14:00 ET / 11:00 PT
• Venue: King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Matchup: Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona
• Recent history: Third consecutive clásico in the spanish Super Cup final; Real Madrid won in 2024, and Barcelona triumphed in 2023.