Riyadh, January 15, 2024, Real Madrid secured their victory in the Spanish Super Cup for the third time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the thirteenth time in their history. They achieved this triumph by defeating Barcelona with a commanding scoreline of 4-1 in the final match held at Riyadh's Awal Park stadium, organized by the Ministry of Sports.
Real Madrid took an early lead with Brazilian player Vinicius Junior scoring the first goal in the 7th minute and adding a second just three minutes later. Barcelona managed to respond in the 33rd minute through Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, narrowing the gap. However, Vinicius secured a hat-trick with a penalty kick in the 39th minute, concluding the first half with a 3-1 lead for Real Madrid.
In the second half, Real Madrid further solidified their dominance, as Brazilian player Rodrygo netted the fourth goal in the 64th minute. This decisive victory showcased Real Madrid's prowess and marked their thirteenth Spanish Super Cup title.
The match, held in Riyadh with a significant crowd presence and international attention, was part of the Quality of Life Program. By hosting the Spanish Super Cup for the fourth time, Saudi Arabia demonstrated exceptional success in organizing international sporting events. This achievement contributes to the Kingdom's goals of becoming a global sports destination and hub, showcasing its capabilities in event organization and aligning with the objectives of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.
