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The top 10 moments of FC Barcelona in the Supercopa de España

Discover Barcelona’s best moments and performances in the Supercopa de España.

By Angel Carrillo Hernández

Barcelona 2023 | Photo: @BarcaTimes
Barcelona 2023 | Photo: @BarcaTimes
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The Supercopa de España has been the stage for unforgettable moments in spanish football history, especially for FC Barcelona. Over the years, the Blaugrana team has delivered remarkable performances that remain etched in fans’ memories. Below, we review Barcelona’s top 10 moments in the Supercopa de España, concluding with the team’s most recent success in the competition.

1. First title in 1983

FC Barcelona claimed their first Supercopa de España title in 1983, facing Athletic Club. After a 1-0 loss at San Mames, Barça staged a comeback at Camp Nou with a commanding 3-0 win, marking the start of their successful journey in this competition.

2. Dominance in the 1990s

During the 1990s, Barcelona solidified their dominance in spanish football by winning multiple Supercopa titles. In 1991, they defeated Atletico de Madrid with a 2-1 aggregate score. In 1992, they overcame Real Madrid with a 5-2 aggregate, highlighted by a 3-1 win at Camp Nou. In 1994, Barça triumphed over Real Madrid again, turning around a 3-1 first-leg loss with a stunning 4-0 victory in the return leg.

3. Supercopa 2005: Ronaldinho and Eto'o shine

In 2005, Barcelona faced Real Betis. Following a 3-0 win in the first leg, the team secured the title with a 1-1 draw in the second leg. Ronaldinho and Samuel Eto'o were key figures, showcasing the Catalan side's offensive firepower.

4. Treble and Supercopa in 2009

After achieving the treble in the 2008-2009 season, Barcelona began the next campaign by facing Athletic Club in the Supercopa. With a 2-1 victory at San Mames and a 3-0 win at Camp Nou, Pep Guardiola's team added another trophy to their impressive collection.

5. Historic thrashing in 2010

In 2010, Barça met Sevilla FC. Following a 3-1 first-leg defeat, the team staged a spectacular comeback at Camp Nou with a 4-0 win, led by a Lionel Messi hat-trick, to secure the Supercopa and demonstrate their resilience in critical moments.

6. Thrilling clásico in 2011

The 2011 Supercopa saw Barcelona and Real Madrid face off in one of the competition's most exciting editions. After a 2-2 draw at Santiago Bernabeu, Camp Nou witnessed a dramatic 3-2 Barça victory, with Messi scoring the decisive goal in the final minutes, cementing their supremacy in spanish football.

7. Triumph in 2013

In 2013, Barcelona faced Atletico de Madrid. Following a 1-1 draw at Vicente Calderon and a 0-0 result at Camp Nou, Barça claimed the trophy on away goals, once again showcasing their competitiveness in domestic tournaments.

8. Dominance in 2016

The 2016 Supercopa featured Barcelona against Sevilla FC. With 2-0 and 3-0 victories in the two legs, the team delivered high-level performances, with standout contributions from Arda Turan and Lionel Messi, who were pivotal in both matches.

9. Comeback in 2018

In 2018, the Supercopa format changed to a single match held in Tangier, Morocco. Barcelona faced Sevilla FC and came from behind to win 2-1, with goals from Gerard Pique and Ousmane Dembele, adding yet another trophy to their extensive collection.

10. Victory in 2023

In the 2023 Supercopa de España final, Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3-1 in a dominant display. Gavi was the standout player, scoring the first goal and assisting in the other two, showcasing the emerging talent from Barcelona's academy and reaffirming the team’s ability to compete at the highest level.

Key takeaways about FC Barcelona in the Supercopa de España

  • FC Barcelona has claimed multiple Supercopa de España titles, establishing themselves as one of the competition's most successful teams.
  • They have delivered memorable comebacks and high-level performances across various editions of the tournament.
  • Legendary players such as Lionel Messi, Gavi, and Gerard Pique have played crucial roles in the team’s victories in the Supercopa.

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