Real Madrid Super Cup Final 2026: El Clasico Clash Set After Atletico Win
Real Madrid qualifies for the 2026 Spanish Super Cup final after a 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid. Xabi Alonso sets up an El Clasico showdown in Saudi Arabia.
A desert showdown is looming. Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid secured their 5th consecutive victory by defeating Atletico Madrid2-1 in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal, setting up a heavyweight final against Barcelona.
Valverde and Rodrygo Secure Real Madrid Super Cup Final 2026 Berth
The breakthrough came just 2 minutes in when Fede Valverde unleashed a ferocious free-kick that rocketed past Jan Oblak. It was a statement of intent for Valverde, who has endured a difficult season but found his range when it mattered most in Jeddah.
In the 55th minute, Rodrygo doubled the lead, netting his 3rd goal in five games. Despite Alexander Sorloth pulling one back for Atletico just minutes later, Madrid's defense, anchored by Thibaut Courtois, held firm against late pressure from Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez.
Alonso's Tactical Survival and the Path Forward
With Kylian Mbappe sidelined with a knee sprain, Alonso's decision to stick with youngster Gonzalo Garcia paid dividends. After nearly facing the sack in late 2025, the Spanish coach has silenced critics by steering his team toward another potential trophy.
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