Barcelona Dominates Athletic Bilbao with 5-0 Victory in Spanish Super Cup Semi-Final

Barcelona secured a commanding 5-0 win over Athletic Bilbao to advance to the Spanish Super Cup final, showcasing their offensive prowess at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium in Jeddah. Raphinha was a standout performer, netting two goals, while the team demonstrated a relentless attacking strategy throughout the match.

Tijjani Reijnders opened the scoring with a powerful finish, setting the tone for a dominant Catalan display. Although Athletic struggled to test Barcelona’s defense, they were dealt a further blow when they failed to contain Barcelona’s attacking depth.

The victory ensures that Barcelona, the defending champions and record 15-time winners of the competition, will face either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid in the final. With this triumph, they extend their winning streak to nine matches across all competitions, building confidence as they aim to replicate last season's successes in La Liga and Copa del Rey.

Coach Hansi Flick expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing the importance of converting opportunities into goals. As Barcelona prepares for their next crucial fixtures, the result serves as a reaffirmation of their ambition to reclaim domestic dominance.

Moving forward, the team is eager to continue their momentum against formidable opponents in the upcoming final, with Raphinha and other key players looking to maintain their stellar form.