The first piece of silverware is up for grabs as Barcelona face bitter rivals Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final for the third straight year.
The Catalans are looking to retain the title and come into this clash in good form, while Los Blancos are keen to get one over their nemesis
WATCH HERE;
Barcelona beat Real Madrid in the final to win the Super Cup last season as they swept all the domestic titles. Manager Hansi Flick will be targeting a repeat this year and will look to Sunday’s clash to kick off the trophy haul.
The Catalans are showing a ruthless streak at the moment and have won their last nine matches across all competitions. Among their results is a 5-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the semi-final clash in midweek.
Real Madrid failed to win a trophy last season and are playing second fiddle to Barcelona once again this term, sitting four points off the pace in the La Liga table. Victory in the Super Cup could set the tone for the second half of the season.
Los Blancos come into this clash in good form, having won their last five matches in all competitions. Xabi Alonso’s team claimed a 2-1 victory over Atletico Madrid in the semi-final on Thursday.
