Yamal shines, Barca meet Real Madrid in the final

Barca won the right to the Spanish Super Cup final after defeating Bilbao, thanks to goals from Gavi and Yamal.

Last season, Barca were kicked out of the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey by Bilbao. So facing this opponent in the semi-finals of the Spanish Super Cup is an opportunity for the Catalan giants to take.

That’s why Barca players entered the match with determination and put a lot of pressure on Bilbao’s field right after the opening whistle.

The Blaugrana’s efforts were rewarded in the 17th minute. Gavi opened the scoring with a beautiful finish after an assist from Alejandro Balde.

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Shortly after, Raphinha had a chance to double the gap but could not goalkeeper Unai Simon.

Bilbao also had some counterattacks but could not the defense and goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny.