Overview
- Kickoff is 3 p.m. ET at El Sardinero, with streaming on ESPN+.
- Spanish reports suggest Hansi Flick will heavily rotate, with Christensen and Gavi out, Raphinha likely rested, and Ronald Araujo plus João Cancelo available.
- MD forecasts only Joan Garcia, Eric Garcia, Pau Cubarsí and Pedri retaining starts from the Super Cup final.
- Racing lead La Liga 2, recently eliminated Villarreal 2-1, and are missing forward Asier Villalibre, with coach José Alberto warning of a stern test.
- USA TODAY predicts a 2-0 Barcelona win, though recent shocks such as Real Madrid’s exit to Albacete highlight the tie’s risk.