How FC Barcelona Humiliated Real Madrid To Win 2025 Spanish Super Cup

Barcelona delivered a stunning performance against their arch-rivals Real Madrid, beating them 5-2 in a thrilling Spanish Super Cup Clasico final held in the city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday.

This victory marked the first trophy of the Hansi Flick era at FC Barcelona.

The match began dramatically as the electrifying Kylian Mbappe put Madrid in the lead with a beautifully executed goal just five minutes into the game. Capitalizing on a swift counter-attack, the French forward showcased his speed and skill, breaking free from Barcelona’s defenses after Vinicius Jr. regained possession.

With pinpoint precision, Mbappe slipped the ball past goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, igniting hopes for Madrid fans eager to avenge their previous 4-0 loss to Barcelona in La Liga.

However, the Catalans quickly regained their composure and launched a ferocious response. Rising star Lamine Yamal, just 17 years old, netted an equalizer with an impressive solo effort. He skillfully maneuvered in from the right and delivered a low shot that found the back of the net, reminiscent of the great Lionel Messi, a player to whom he has often been compared.

Barcelona seized control of the match when Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty to put his team ahead. The Polish striker celebrated with Yamal, who had played a pivotal role in turning the tide. Brazilian winger Raphinha then took center stage, scoring a brace before Alejandro Balde added another goal to the tally, illustrating Barcelona’s offensive dominance.

Real Madrid managed to score a consolation goal through Rodrygo Goes, who curled a free-kick over the wall and into the net, giving the Spanish giants a glimmer of hope.

Yet, despite having the advantage of an extra player following Szczesny’s second-half red card, Madrid failed to capitalize on their numerical superiority, suffering a humiliating defeat that left them battered and bruised.

Both coaches, Hansi Flick, and Carlo Ancelotti, decided to maintain the same starting line-ups from the semi-finals, leading to a clash of tactics and talent. Barcelona’s early threats were notable, with Yamal testing Real’s goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, who made a couple of notable saves to keep his team in the game, including an impressive denial of a header from Raphinha.

The match was not without its challenges for Barcelona, as defender Inigo Martinez had to be substituted due to injury. Flick responded strategically, bringing on Ronald Araujo amidst ongoing transfer speculation regarding the Uruguayan’s future at the club.

Ultimately, Barcelona’s remarkable display of skill and teamwork not only secured them the Super Cup but also reaffirmed their status as one of Europe’s top teams, much to the dismay of their fiercest rivals.