12 January 2025 at 19:00
Match Summary
Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 5:2. The match was played in Super Cup 2024. Goals were scored by K. Mbappé 5′, Lamine Yamal 22′, R. Lewandowski 36′ (pen.), Raphinha 39′, 0 Alejandro Balde 45′, Raphinha 48′, Rodrygo 60′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Real Madrid had 49% possession while Barcelona held 51%. Real Madrid had 19 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (8 on target) for Barcelona. Real Madrid made 5 substitutions, Barcelona made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Gavi 34′), Card upgrade (Wojciech Szczęsny 56′).
Match Events
Key match events between Real Madrid and Barcelona — 7 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Vinícius Júnior
assist: R. Lewandowski
Penalty
assist: J. Koundé
assist: Raphinha
assist: Marc Casadó
Match Statistics
Real Madrid had 49% possession against Barcelona's 51%. Real Madrid registered 19 shots (6 on target) while Barcelona managed 14 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 9–5. Fouls committed: 14–13.
Lineups
Real Madrid lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under C. Ancelotti, while Barcelona deployed a 4-2-3-1 under H. Flick.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Real Madrid is 6.97, compared to 7.42 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 F. Valverde (7.35), while Barcelona's best-rated player is Raphinha (9.85).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Real Madrid have contributed 3 goals and 1 assists this season, led by F. Valverde (1G). Barcelona's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Raphinha (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Real Madrid deploy 4 defenders rated 6.67 on average, against Barcelona's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. 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 7.07, versus Barcelona's 5 rated 7.89. 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 7.20, compared to 1 for Barcelona averaging 7.20. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Real Madrid and 84% for Barcelona. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Real Madrid's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Barcelona. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Real Madrid's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: J. Bellingham (22), oldest: T. Courtois (33)), while Barcelona average 25.2 (youngest: Pau Cubarsí (18), oldest: R. Lewandowski (37)). 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 1 league appearances each, versus 2 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: C. Ancelotti
Substitutes
Coach: H. Flick
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.
Real Madrid
Barcelona
Real Madrid vs Barcelona Head to Head Results
Real Madrid and Barcelona have met 45 times — Real Madrid won 16, Barcelona won 23, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Barcelona leads the head-to-head with 23 victories from 45 meetings. A combined 156 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.47 per match (67 for the home side, 89 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 30 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 36 games (80%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2025.
16
Real Madrid
6
Drawn
23
Barcelona
Recent Meetings (45)
API data: 16 Apr 2026