Overview
- Barcelona arrives after a 5-0 semifinal over Athletic Club with broad availability, while Real Madrid advanced 2-1 against Atlético but faces several fitness doubts.
- Alonso confirms Mbappé has joined the camp and is "much better," emphasizing a controlled decision on whether he starts or comes off the bench.
- Hansi Flick downplays labels and points to Barcelona’s strong recent record against Madrid with Mbappé, noting his side will stick to its collective approach and that Lamine Yamal is available.
- Confirmed absences include Andreas Christensen and Gavi for Barcelona, with Éder Militao and Trent Alexander-Arnold out for Real Madrid and assessments ongoing for Antonio Rüdiger, Raúl Asencio and Rodrygo.
- The final kicks off Sunday, January 11 at King Abdullah Sports City (20:00 CET / 2:00 p.m. ET) with broadcasts including Movistar LaLiga in Spain and ESPN2/ESPN Deportes in the United States under the RFEF’s Saudi Arabia hosting agreement.