Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao enter the field this Wednesday, January 7th, in the semifinal of the Supercopa of the Espanha. The match takes place at King Abdullah Sports City, at Yeda, at Arábia Saudita, starting at 4pm at Brasília time. The winner advances to the final of the tournament, scheduled for January 11th, against the qualifier between Atlético, Madrid and Real Madrid.
Barcelona arrives as the current champion of the competition and seeks to maintain its recent hegemony in the four-team format. Athletic Bilbao, in turn, is trying to repeat strong performances in past editions of the tournament. Ambos teams qualified based on performances in the previous season from La Liga and Copa del Rey.
Supercopa of Espanha has adopted the Final Four format since 2020, with games concentrated in a single venue. The 2026 edition continues to be held at Arábia Saudita, following an agreement between Federação Espanhola of Futebol and local authorities.
- The clash marks the return of the clubs to the competition after participation in previous years.
- Barcelona defends the title won in recent editions of the tournament.
- Athletic Bilbao seeks to advance to the decision for the first time in the current format.
Where to watch live
The match between Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao will be broadcast exclusively via Disney+, a streaming service available on connected devices. The platform holds the rights to Supercopa from Espanha to Brasil for the current season. Subscribers access the game in high quality, with replay options and real-time statistics.
There is no broadcast on open or closed TV channels in Brazilian territory for this confrontation. The narration features a team specialized in Spanish football, providing tactical analysis during half-time and after the final whistle. Pre-game coverage begins approximately 30 minutes before scheduled time.
Probable team lineups
Coach Hansi Flick must line up Barcelona with Joan García in goal, a defensive line formed by Koundé, Cubarsí, Gerard Martín and Baldé. In midfield, Eric García and De Jong act as midfielders, while Yamal, Pedri and Ausências due to injury or suspension may alter specific parts.
On the side of Athletic Bilbao, Ernesto Valverde probably opts for Unai Simón in goal, defense with Gorosabel, Vivian, Paredes and Boiro. Jauregizar and Ruiz from Galarreta anchor the midfield, with Iñaki Williams, Sancet and Nico Williams responsible for creation, supporting the main striker. The scheme prioritizes quick transitions.
- Barcelona: Joan García; Koundé, Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, Baldé; Eric García, De Jong; Yamal, Pedri, Raphinha; Ferran Torres.
- Athletic Bilbao: Unai Simón; Gorosabel, Vivian, Paredes, Boiro; Jauregizar, Galarreta; Iñaki Williams, Sancet, Nico Williams; Guruzeta.
Confrontation history
Barcelona and Athletic Bilbao have had frequent duels throughout the history of Spanish football. Barcelona has a significant advantage in direct confrontations, with more than 120 victories in official competitions. Athletic Bilbao achieved impressive results in the finals of Copa and Rey against their rival.
In Supercopa of Espanha, the clubs have already decided on titles in past editions. Barcelona has won most of the recent matches in the tournament. Empates occurred in a few games, usually resolved in extra time or penalties.
The last meeting between the teams took place in the previous season of La Liga, with Barcelona winning. Confrontos in Yeda add neutrality to the duel, with no majority fans on either side.
Latest results from Barcelona
Barcelona arrives at the game following a positive sequence of results in La Liga. The team won the five most recent commitments before the break for Supercopa.
- Espanyol 0 x 2
- Villarreal 0 x 2
- Guadalajara 0 x 2
- Barcelona 3 x 0
- Eintracht Frankfurt 2 x 4 Barcelona
The defense conceded few goals in these matches, highlighting collective solidity. The attack distributed goals between several players, with the active participation of young people like Yamal.
Recent form of Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao presents alternating results in the last rounds of La Liga. The team had victories and defeats in an even sequence before the tournament.
- Osasuna 1 x 1
- Athletic Bilbao 0 x 2 Arsenal
- Valencia 2 x 0
- Athletic Bilbao 0 x 1 Deportivo Alavés
- Athletic Bilbao 3 x 1 other opponent
The Williams brothers remain the main offensive threats. The defense maintained clean sheets in some games, but suffered in quick transitions.
Stadium and match details
King Abdullah Sports City, in Yeda, hosts the semi-final with a capacity for more than 60 thousand fans. The pitch presents ideal conditions for high technical level games. Arábia Saudita hosts Supercopa following agreements signed in recent years.
Tickets remain available on official platforms such as webook.com and platinumlist.net. Preços vary by sector, starting in affordable categories and reaching premium areas. Torcedores internationals purchase digital tickets in advance.
The local organization offers a complete transport and security structure. Protocolos input includes identity verification and permitted items.
Weather forecast in Yeda
Yeda records mild temperatures in January, with averages between 20°C and 28°C during the day. At night, thermometers read around 18°C to 22°C at game time. Não there is rain forecast for the tournament period.
Relative humidity conditions are moderate, favoring athletes’ performance. Vento slight may appear, but without significant impact on the ball. The region’s typical desert climate guarantees clear skies on most days.
Featured players
Lamine Yamal represents a fundamental piece in the Barcelona attack, with dribbling and assists on the rise. Raphinha contributes with goals and constant movement on the wings. Ferran Torres seeks space as a central finisher.
In Athletic Bilbao, Nico Williams emerges with speed and precise crossings. Iñaki Williams offers physical strength and experience in aerial duels. Sancet organizes the midfield with vertical passes.
Tournament context
Supercopa of Espanha brings together the best classifieds from La Liga and Copa from the previous Rey. The concentrated format increases the intensity of single games. Premiação financial attracts attention from participating clubs.
Barcelona has accumulated recent titles in the competition, consolidating dominance. Athletic Bilbao maintains a tradition of competitiveness in knockout stages. The semi-final defines the halfway point towards the trophy.
