Real Madrid set up El Clasico vs FC Barcelona for Spanish Super Cup Final

Real Madrid's 3-0 win over Mallorca sets up a thrilling El Clasico final against Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup, reigniting a fierce rivalry where both sides seek redemption and dominance after recent dramatic encounters.

In Short

• Real Madrid secures El Clasico final spot after defeating Mallorca
• Barcelona beat Madrid 4-0 in their latest LaLiga showdown
• Ancelotti’s men seek revenge after recent LaLiga setback to Barcelona

Real Madrid secured their spot in the Spanish Super Cup final with a commanding 3-0 victory over Mallorca in Jeddah on January 10. The win, fuelled by a clinical second-half display, sets up a highly anticipated showdown against arch-rivals FC Barcelona for Sunday's final.

Carlo Ancelotti’s men dominated the first half, creating multiple scoring opportunities. Despite relentless pressure, Mallorca's goalkeeper Dominik Greif stood firm, pulling off crucial saves to deny Jude Bellingham and Aurelien Tchouameni. His impressive performance kept the game goalless at the break.

The breakthrough finally came in the 63rd minute when English star Jude Bellingham capitalized on a chaotic sequence inside Mallorca's penalty box. After attempts by Rodrygo and Mbappé struck the post and were scrambled clear, Bellingham slotted the ball home to give Real Madrid the lead.

Mallorca struggled to find a response as Real Madrid's relentless attack continued. The game was effectively sealed in the closing moments when Martin Valjent inadvertently turned Brahim Diaz's cross into his own net during stoppage time. Moments later, Rodrygo capped off the victory by converting Lucas Vazquez’s pinpoint cross to make it 3-0.

This triumph marks Real Madrid's fourth consecutive Spanish Super Cup final appearance. Their consistency in the competition is a testament to Ancelotti's tactical acumen and the team’s depth. Sunday's final against Barcelona will be their third consecutive meeting in this prestigious event, adding another chapter to the storied rivalry.

As both Spanish giants prepare for a high-stakes encounter, Real Madrid will look to maintain their winning momentum while Barcelona seeks redemption. The stage is set for another thrilling El Clasico clash in Saudi Arabia as the fierce competitors vie for Spanish football supremacy.