16 August 2017 at 21:00
Match Summary
Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2:0. The match was played in Super Cup 2017. Goals were scored by Marco Asensio 4′, K. Benzema 39′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Real Madrid had 53% possession while Barcelona held 47%. Real Madrid had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Barcelona. Real Madrid made 3 substitutions, Barcelona made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Real Madrid and Barcelona — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Marcelo
Match Statistics
Real Madrid had 53% possession against Barcelona's 47%. Real Madrid registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Barcelona managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 10–12.
Lineups
Real Madrid lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Z. Zidane, while Barcelona deployed a 3-5-2 under Ernesto Valverde.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Madrid is 6.67, compared to — for Barcelona. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Real Madrid's highest-rated starter is L. Modrić (6.67), while Barcelona's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Real Madrid deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Barcelona's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Real Madrid field 5 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus Barcelona's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Real Madrid start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Barcelona averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Real Madrid's starting XI is 36.5 (youngest: Daniel Carvajal (33), oldest: L. Modrić (40)), while Barcelona average 33.0 (youngest: M. ter Stegen (33), oldest: M. ter Stegen (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Real Madrid's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 0 for Barcelona. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Z. Zidane
Substitutes
Coach: Ernesto Valverde
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Real Madrid have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Barcelona show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Real Madrid vs Barcelona Head to Head Results
Real Madrid and Barcelona have met 45 times — Real Madrid won 15, Barcelona won 24, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Barcelona leads the head-to-head with 24 victories from 45 meetings. A combined 161 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.58 per match (67 for the home side, 94 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 31 matches (69%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 37 games (82%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (45)
API data: 16 Apr 2026