Barcelona to Face Real Madrid in Supercopa de España Final
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, January 8, 2026 – Barcelona secured their spot in the 2026 Supercopa de España final with a dominant 5-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Meanwhile, Real Madrid edged out Atlético Madrid 2-1 in the other semi-final, setting up a highly anticipated El Clásico final on January 11, 2026, at the same venue. Barcelona, aiming to defend their title and extend their record to 16 Supercopa wins, will face a Real Madrid side looking to reclaim the trophy.
Barcelona’s Dominant Semi-Final Performance
Barcelona, under coach Hansi Flick, overwhelmed Athletic Bilbao with four goals in the first half alone. Ferran Torres opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, followed by Fermin Lopez’s goal in the 30th minute. Roony Bardghji added a third in the 34th minute, and Raphinha scored twice—once in the 38th minute and again in the 52nd minute—to complete the rout. The match showcased Barcelona’s attacking prowess, with 80% possession and 13 shots on target. Athletic Bilbao struggled, managing only 20% possession and failing to capitalize on limited opportunities.
Real Madrid’s Narrow Win Over Atlético Madrid
In the second semi-final, Real Madrid took an early lead through Kylian Mbappé in the 5th minute and Rodrygo in the 60th minute. Atlético Madrid pulled one back via Alexander Sorloth, but could not find an equalizer despite late pressure. Thibaut Courtois made key saves, including a brilliant stop from Sorloth in the 33rd minute. The match ended 2-1 in favor of Real Madrid, who will now face Barcelona in a rematch of the 2025 final, which Barcelona won 5-2.
Key Facts and Stats
| Match | Score |
|---|---|
| Barcelona vs. Athletic Bilbao | 5-0 |
| Real Madrid vs. Atlético Madrid | 2-1 |
| Barcelona’s Supercopa Titles | 15 (Record Holders) |
| Real Madrid’s Supercopa Titles | 13 |
| Venue | King Abdullah Sports City Stadium, Jeddah |
| Final Date | January 11, 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Supercopa de España final?
The final will take place on January 11, 2026, at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Who are the favorites to win the Supercopa final?
Barcelona enters as defending champions and has a strong record in the competition, but Real Madrid’s recent form and star players like Mbappé make it a competitive matchup.
How can I watch the Supercopa final?
The match will be broadcast on ESPN and other international networks; check local listings for availability.