Luka Modric, star of Real Madrid
Barcelona, in its first post-Lionel Messi final, faces Real Madrid in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the final of the Spanish Super Cup.
The match will begin at 3:00 p.m. in Argentina, with broadcast by DirecTV Sports and the DGo platform.
Barcelona will face its first definition since the departure of Messi two seasons ago, when a process of rearming and generational replacement began with more troubles than joys.
In fact, the last title was the 2021 Copa del Rey when they thrashed Athletic Bilbao 4-0, with two goals from Rosario. And that is why it will be the chance for the coach, Xavi Hernández, to win his first star in a competition in which Barcelona clearly leads, with 13 Olympic laps.
“It’s been a long time since we won titles. We have to show our desire, that is non-negotiable, ”said the DT at the press conference.
“We will try to show our personality and from there, control their transitions and disarm them in defense where they are very strong,” added Xavi, one of Culé’s idols.
For its part, Real Madrid is the current champion and if it wins this edition, it will reach the line of its classic in history.
The one who spoke for the Madrid side was Karim Benzema, Ballon d’Or 2022, and commented: “I’ve come back from the injury and I’ve done a good job to get back to my level, touch the ball, assist. It’s clear I’m back. After last year, which has been important, I’ve had injuries but I’m here again. I don’t know if they see me in the games, but I feel very good”.
Facing the classic, Benzema described Barcelona as “a great team” although he clarified that they must first look at themselves.
