On The Continent - A European Football Podcast Barcelona win the Supercopa
Jan 12, 2026
Barcelona's thrilling 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Supercopa ignites discussions on its impact for both teams. The match was filled with scrappy moments and a flurry of goals, highlighting Barcelona's strong form. Rafinha's resurgence shines as he leads his team under Hansi Flick's guidance, while questions loom over Xabi Alonso's future at Madrid. The tension of El Clásico returns, and predictions for the title race suggest Barcelona may have the edge. How this shapes Spain's World Cup prospects adds an intriguing layer to the analysis.
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Barcelona Still Has The Upper Hand
- Barcelona controlled large parts of the Supercopa final and found ways to win despite a chaotic flurry of goals.
- The 3-2 victory underlines Barcelona's current edge over Real Madrid in Spain.
Rafinha Steps Up In Big Matches
- Andy and David highlight Rafinha's leadership and clutch record in big games for Barcelona.
- David notes Rafinha has six goals and three assists in his past seven games against Real Madrid.
Flick Revitalised Rafinha's Career
- Rafinha credits Hansi Flick with rescuing his Barcelona career and restoring his confidence.
- His form underlines Flick's ability to reinvigorate players and extract leadership from them.