Barcelona Crushes Real Madrid 5-2 in Spanish Super Cup 2025
- Abeera Marium Siddiqui
- January 13, 2025
- 11:48 am
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- Sports
Spanish Super Cup 2025 delivered an electrifying encounter between rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid, as Catalnas crushed Los Blancos 5-2 to secure their record 15th Spanish Super Cup title. The thrilling match at King Abdullah Sport City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, highlighted Barcelona’s dominance and attacking brilliance under head coach Hansi Flick.
Mbappé Opens Scoring, But Barcelona Quickly Responds
Real Madrid wasted no time in making their mark, with Kylian Mbappé scoring a stunning goal just five minutes into the match. Driving through Barcelona’s midfield, he capitalized on Vinicius Jr.’s precise pass to slot the ball past the keeper. However, Barcelona wasted no time in responding.
In the 22nd minute, Lamine Yamal thrilled the crowd with a moment of magic. The 17-year-old forward, reminiscent of Lionel Messi, cut inside and fired a composed shot past Thibaut Courtois to equalize. The momentum quickly shifted as Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty in the 36th minute. Eduardo Camavinga’s reckless challenge on Gavi handed Barcelona the opportunity, and Lewandowski made no mistake.
Barcelona’s dominance continued as Raphinha extended the lead with a perfectly timed header off Jules Koundé’s cross. Just before the halftime whistle, Alejandro Balde added another goal, capitalizing on Raphinha’s unselfish assist. The first half ended with Barcelona firmly in control at 4-1.
Raphinha Shines Again, Szczesny Sees Red
As the second half began, Real Madrid tried to mount a comeback. However, Raphinha dashed their hopes with a breathtaking solo effort in the 54th minute. The Brazilian winger weaved through defenders and finished with finesse to make it 5-1 for Barcelona.
The match took a dramatic turn when Wojciech Szczesny received a red card for bringing down Mbappé outside the penalty area. Rodrygo stepped up and converted the resulting free kick, narrowing the gap to 5-2. Despite playing with ten men, Barcelona maintained their composure and defended their lead effectively. Substitute goalkeeper Iñaki Peña showcased his skills by making crucial saves, including a late attempt by Mbappé.
Barcelona’s Commanding Victory Secures Their 15th Title
This victory marked Barcelona’s record-extending 15th Spanish Super Cup title and their first trophy under Hansi Flick. The team’s performance highlighted their attacking prowess, with standout contributions from Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Koundé. Real Madrid, on the other hand, faced criticism for their defensive vulnerabilities and inability to match Barcelona’s intensity.
The match also marked the third consecutive Spanish Super Cup final between these two giants, with Barcelona emerging victorious for the second time in three years. While Barcelona had secured their spot in the final by defeating Athletic Bilbao 2-0, Real Madrid reached the final after a 3-0 win over Mallorca.
With both teams preparing for upcoming challenges, this result sets the stage for an exciting season in Spanish and European football.
