The highly anticipated Supercopa de España final between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona is set to kick off today, January 12, 2025, at 20:00 CET (19:00 GMT) at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
This El Clásico showdown marks the third consecutive Supercopa final featuring these two Spanish giants, with Barcelona winning in 2023 and Real Madrid triumphing in 2024.
Real Madrid enters the final after a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca in the semifinals.
Under the management of Carlo Ancelotti, Los Blancos are aiming for their third title of the season, having already secured the UEFA Super Cup and the Intercontinental Cup.
Barcelona reached the final by defeating Athletic Club 2-0 in their semifinal match.
This final presents an opportunity for new coach Hansi Flick to secure his first trophy with the club.
The match is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams fielding strong line-ups. Real Madrid’s squad features stars like Vinícius Júnior, Kylian Mbappé, and Jude Bellingham, while Barcelona’s line-up includes Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, and Raphinha.
For viewers in Spain, the match will be broadcast live on Movistar Plus+ and Eurosport, with online streaming available via DAZN.
In Nigeria, fans can watch the game live on SuperSport, which holds broadcasting rights for La Liga and related competitions.
As the football world eagerly awaits this latest chapter in the storied rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona, the outcome of this match could set the tone for the remainder of the season
for both clubs.
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