Real Madrid vs Barcelona: How to watch, El Clasico odds and more details

Real Madrid and Barcelona are set to face off in the Spanish Super Cup final on Sunday, with Barcelona looking to claim their 14th title, and Real Madrid aiming to equal their rivals' 13. Both teams advanced to the final via penalty shootouts, with Barcelona defeating Real Betis, and Real Madrid defeating Valencia CF. This Clasico encounter is significant for both teams, despite the Super Cup typically not being considered a priority.

Xavi, the coach of Barcelona says that he sees 'Real as very, very strong', and psychologically, they are at an advantage as they have played in more finals so have more experience. They have to show their ambition and that they are hungry to finally win a title. That is what they are here to do and they are 90 or 120 minutes away from potentially doing so.

On the other hand, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was positive about the match, "I liked the pitch," he said of Xavi's criticism of the surface. "It is a subject that has created controversy over the years and I do not want to say what I originally wanted to say. The pitch might be a little hard, but good soccer can still be played on it."


Real Madrid will be without Aurelien Tchouameni and David Alaba due to calf issues, while Alvaro Odriozola is out with muscle problems.



Three players, Lucas Vazquez, Eduardo Camavinga, and Eder Militao, were forced to leave the game due to injuries and it is uncertain if any of them will be able to play in the next match. Dani Carvajal and Ferland Mendy are expected to take their place, with Luka Modric also being included in the starting lineup.

Ancelotti said that he saw Cristiano Ronaldo happy and motivated. The Portuguese superstar's visited Real's training session ahead of the game. "He likes the place and the country. I think that he is doing fine and has made the right decision to come here."

The match will take place at the King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and will be televised on ABC, with a live stream available on fuboTV. According to Caesars Sportsbook, Real Madrid is favored with +163 odds, while a draw has +260 odds, and Barcelona has +150 odds.

FAQs:

1. When is Real Madrid vs Barcelona Spanish Super Cup final?
   January 15, Sunday
2. Where is Real Madrid vs Barcelona Spanish Super Cup final?
   King Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia