Tue Jan 14 01:13:51 UTC 2025: ## Barcelona Humiliates Real Madrid in Spanish Super Cup Thriller

**Jeddah, Saudi Arabia** – FC Barcelona secured a stunning 5-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final, staging a remarkable comeback to claim their 15th title in the competition. The match, a thrilling edition of El Clásico, saw early dominance from Real Madrid, with Kylian Mbappé giving them a 5th-minute lead.

However, Barcelona quickly responded. Lamine Yamal equalized with a skillful solo goal, followed by a Robert Lewandowski penalty after a foul on Gavi. Raphinha then added two goals, one a header and another a clever dribble and finish, before setting up Alejandro Balde for a fourth before halftime. Raphinha completed his brace early in the second half, extending Barcelona’s lead to 5-1. While Rodrygo scored a late consolation goal for Real Madrid after Wojciech Szczesny’s red card, Barcelona held on for a historic win.

The victory marks the first trophy for new Barcelona manager, Xaver Hernandez, and comes after a recent slump in form that saw them fall behind Real Madrid in the La Liga standings. Despite currently trailing Real Madrid by five points and Atletico Madrid by six, the Super Cup triumph provides a significant boost for Barcelona’s confidence as they return to league action against Getafe on January 18th. They face Real Betis in the Copa del Rey midweek.

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