FC Barcelona secured a spot in the Spanish Super Cup final by defeating Athletic Club 5-0 in a dominant display. This victory marks Barca’s fourth consecutive final appearance and their 28th overall, showcasing their strong presence in the competition, which they have won a record 15 times.
Athletic Club’s captain, Inaki Williams, had expressed discontent over the decision to hold the Super Cup in Saudi Arabia. Despite a promising start, Athletic Club struggled to contain Barcelona’s attacking prowess, with Ferran Torres scoring the opener early on.
Barcelona continued their relentless performance as Fermin Lopez and Roony Bardghji extended the lead to 3-0 within the first half. Raphinha joined the scoring spree with a powerful shot, contributing to Barcelona’s commanding 5-0 lead after the break.
Athletic Club’s attempts to rally back fell short as Barcelona’s dominance remained unchallenged. The focus now shifts to the final showdown against either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid, scheduled for Sunday.
