Success in Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup win will give Barcelona ‘energy’

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by News AgenciesJanuary 6, 2026 at 11:03 PM

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Barcelona, the reigning Spanish Super Cup champions, are in Saudi Arabia to compete in the tournament's sixth edition. Coach Hansi Flick believes winning the Super Cup again will provide the team with crucial momentum for the rest of the season. The 15-time champions will face Athletic Bilbao in a semifinal match in Jeddah on Wednesday. Flick emphasized the need for improved defensive play, highlighting mistakes made in their recent match against Espanyol. Despite defensive concerns, Barcelona is favored to win the Super Cup and currently leads La Liga after a series of victories.

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Joan Garcia 30% Bayern Munich 40% Copa del Rey 40% Espanyol 40% King Abdullah Sports City 50% Jeddah 50% La Liga ×260% Saudi Arabia ×270% Athletic Bilbao ×270% Hansi Flick ×380% Barcelona ×390% Spanish Super Cup ×490%

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spanish super cup 100% barcelona 90% hansi flick 80% athletic bilbao 70% la liga 60% saudi arabia 60% defence 50% football 50% copa del rey 40%

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Saudi Arabia

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