Spanish Super Cup Final 2025, Real Madrid – Barcelona: schedule and where to watch ‘El Clásico’

Real Madrid and FC Barcelona They star this Sunday, January 12, in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), in the final of the Spanish Super Cup 2025, the first major title of the year. The Clásico comes loaded with expectations and with the possibility of the whites equaling the 14 titles that the Blaugranas hold in this competition.

He King Abdullah stadium will be the stage of a new chapter of this historic rivalry. Although it is not the same stadium that hosted last season’s final, a full house is expected in the Saudi stands as already happened in the semifinal matches.

He team led by Carlo Ancelotti arrives after beating RCD Mallorca with a resounding 3-0 in the semifinals. For its part, Barcelona beat Athletic Club with a hard-fought 0-2 in a duel where figures like Gavi and Lewandowski shone. Both teams have shown their strength and now face each other in a duel that promises to be intense.

The most recent history of the Spanish Super Cup

This will be the third time that both teams meet in a final with the current Super Cup format, which since 2020 includes four participants and a single match final. In 2023, the Blaugranas won 3-1, while last year the whites took revenge with a 4-1 victory. In this edition, both seek to break the tie and win the crown.

The final has not been without controversy. Barcelona has had difficulties in registering key players such as Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor, which has generated a dispute between LaLiga and the RFEF. However, the CSD granted a precautionary measure allowing the players to be available to coach Hansi Flick.

REAL MADRID VS RCD MALLORCAAlberto EstevezEFE Agency

During the first semi-final, the reaction of president Joan Laporta upon learning of the decision was captured in a gesture of relief that did not go unnoticed.

On the part of Real Madrid, the good news is the availability of Vinicius Jr., who received only two games of suspension instead of four, allowing him to be present in this key duel. The Brazilian has been one of the most decisive pieces in recent matches and will be one of the main threats for the Barça defense.

Schedule and where to watch ‘El Clásico’: Real Madrid – FC Barcelona

The final of the 2025 Spanish Super Cup will be played on Sunday, January 12 at 8:00 p.m. (peninsular time) and can be followed live through Movistar+ and the LA RAZÓN website. A spectacular atmosphere is expected in Jeddah, with the public divided between passion for Barcelona and loyalty to Real Madrid.

FC Barcelona vs Athletic Club
FC Barcelona vs Athletic ClubAlberto EstevezEFE Agency

It will be a Clásico to remember, where the experience and ambition of both teams will meet again in a new fight for the supremacy of Spanish football.

Possible lineups: Spanish Super Cup final 2025

The tactical duel from the benches will be another point to take into account. Both Carlo Ancelotti and Hansi Flick are two coaches with experience in playing big games and a vibrant Spanish Super Cup final is expected.

real Madrid

It remains to be seen if Luka Modric recovers from his viral process which left him out in the semi-final match against RCD Mallorca. In addition, Eder Militao, Dani Carvajal and David Alaba will also not be available due to injury.

Possible alignment of Real Madrid: Courtois; Lucas Vázquez, Tchouaméni, Rüdiger, Mendy; Fede Valverde, Camavinga, Jude Bellingham; Rodrygo, Mbappé and Vinicius Jr.

FC Barcelona

On the part of the culé team, the registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor allows them to add variations to the eleven that started against Athletic in the first semi-final of the tournament. However, he will have the absences of the injured Ter Stegen, Marc Bernal and Christensen.

Possible alignment of FC Barcelona: Iñaki Peña; Koundé, Pau Cubarsí, Iñigo Martínez, Balde; Pedri, Marc Casadó, Dani Olmo; Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha.