Ruthless Barcelona Dominates Athletic Bilbao to Reach Spanish Super Cup Final

07 January 2026at20:49

Barcelona secured their place in the Spanish Super Cup final after a dominant 5-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday. The match took place at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which is hosting the tournament until 2029.

Barcelona effectively sealed the game in the first half, scoring four goals. Ferran Torres opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, followed by Fermín López in the 30th, Roony Bardghji in the 34th, and Raphinha in the 38th.

Raphinha completed the rout in the second half, netting his second goal of the match and Barcelona's fifth in the 52nd minute.

Barcelona will compete in the Spanish Super Cup final this Sunday (20:00 GMT+1). They will face the winner of the second semi-final, which will be contested between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid tomorrow, Thursday (20:00 GMT+1).

Q&A

Which players scored for Barcelona in the Super Cup semi-final?

Barcelona's dominant 5-0 victory featured goals from Ferran Torres, Fermín López, Roony Bardghji, and a brace from Raphinha, effectively sealing their final spot early.

Who will Barcelona face in the Spanish Super Cup final?

Barcelona will compete against the winner of the second semi-final. That match is scheduled between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid, taking place tomorrow, Thursday.