Winner of Osasuna this Thursday evening (2-0), FC Barcelona will face Real Madrid in the final of the Spanish Super Cup.
It’s a refrain that has been running through the Barcelona ranks for several days: there is no small trophy. At the heart of a laborious season, FC Barcelona could not afford to snub the Spanish Super Cup, however modest it may be on the scale of its history. The Catalan club is also the defending champion in a competition which has regained its attractiveness thanks to its original format, a Final 4 on the other side of the world.
Barça does the job
After Real Madrid, who brought down Atlético after an incredible scenario on Wednesday evening (5-3, ap), it was Barça who had the opportunity to punch their ticket to join their rival with a view to ‘yet another Clasico, synonymous with a remake of the last edition. And Xavi’s men succeeded in their mission.
Opposed to Osasuna, the Blaugrana had no intention of underestimating an opponent who had reached the last Copa del Rey final. They recalled it by returning a very serious copy. Long lacking in efficiency, the Catalans found the opening thanks to Robert Lewandowski, author of a victorious shot after a bright opening from Ilkay Gündogan (1-0, 59th). Barça then managed its advantage before finalizing its success in stoppage time with a break from Lamine Yamal (2-0, 90th + 3). Mission accomplished.
