"Playing Real Madrid in a final is always special for Barcelona, for it hands them the opportunity to not only celebrate an El Clasico win but to do so with silverware in their hand. Last season, they played against Real Madrid in the final of both the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey, winning on both occasions and taking home the bragging rights."
"Gavi and Andreas Christensen, the team's two injured stars who are unavailable for selection, are in Barcelona progressing with their respective recoveries. They will, however, fly to Jeddah for the final. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen had returned to Barcelona after suffering a setback in his knee. But with his concern dismissed as nothing major, he has already joined the squad back in Saudi Arabia and will be present for the final."
Barcelona will again meet Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final in Jeddah, aiming to replicate last season's victories over their rivals. Last season victories included wins in the Spanish Super Cup and the Copa del Rey, delivering significant bragging rights. Injured players Gavi and Andreas Christensen continue recovery in Barcelona but will travel to Saudi Arabia to support the squad. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen returned after a knee setback and has rejoined the squad in Saudi Arabia. The match represents a major morale opportunity, with manager Flick granting an extra rest day before training resumes Saturday to prepare for the final.
Read at Barca Universal
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