Barcelona Beat Real Madrid 3–2 to Win the Spanish Super Cup After Heated Final

Barcelona lifted the Spanish Super Cup after a tense 3–2 win over Real Madrid in Jeddah, in a match packed with momentum swings and late pressure. Raphinha scored twice, proving decisive as Barcelona held on through a chaotic finish. 

Key moments (quick read)

• Raphinha double puts Barcelona in control
• Madrid push late, but Barcelona defend the lead to the final whistle 

Why this matters

Winning a trophy in January can shape the rest of the season—especially in rivalry games, where confidence and momentum often carry into league and European form.