Barcelona Crowned Spanish Super Cup Champions for 16th Time After 3-2 Victory Over Real Madrid

11 January 2026at21:04

Barcelona has been crowned champions of the Spanish Super Cup after defeating their traditional rivals Real Madrid 3-2 in the final match. The game was held at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday evening.

The first half was marked by intense excitement and several lead changes. Barcelona opened the scoring through Raphinha in the 36th minute, only for Vinicius Junior to equalize for Real Madrid in the 45+2nd minute.

Robert Lewandowski then restored Barcelona's lead in the 45+4th minute, but Gonzalo Garcia quickly leveled the score for Real Madrid in the 45+7th minute, ensuring the first half ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw.

After the break, both teams continued to exchange attacks until the impressive Raphinha scored Barcelona's winning goal in the 73rd minute. Frenkie de Jong, however, received a red card in the 90+1st minute.

This victory increases Barcelona's Spanish Super Cup titles to 16, making them the most decorated club in the competition's history. Real Madrid's tally remains at 13 titles.

Q&A

Why did Frenkie de Jong receive a red card in the Spanish Super Cup final?

Frenkie de Jong was shown a red card in the 90+1st minute during Barcelona's Spanish Super Cup final against Real Madrid. The full article provides more context on the match's closing moments.

How many Spanish Super Cup titles does Barcelona now hold compared to Real Madrid?

Following their 3-2 victory over Real Madrid, Barcelona now boasts a record 16 Spanish Super Cup titles, surpassing Real Madrid's current tally of 13.