New Delhi, Jan. 9 -- Real Madrid secured their spot in the Spanish Super Cup 2026 final with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over city rivals Atletico de Madrid. The semifinal clash took place on January 8, 2026, at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Federico Valverde's early stunner and Rodrygo's clinical finish proved decisive, despite a late scare from Alexander Sorloth. Under coach Xabi Alonso, Los Blancos will now face Barcelona in a blockbuster final.

The match exploded into life just minutes after kickoff. In the second minute, Federico Valverde stepped up for a free-kick around 30 yards out. The Uruguayan unleashed a powerful strike that flew into the top corner, leaving Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak helpless. This ligh...