Barcelona Clinch Supercopa Final Berth with 2-0 Win Over Osasuna: Setting the Stage for Another El Clasico Showdown
In a repeat of last season, Barcelona is set to face Real Madrid in the Spanish Supercopa final in Riyadh. The Catalans secured their place in the final with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Osasuna, following Los Blancos’ booking their spot the previous day.
The first half of the semi-final encounter offered little excitement, with Barcelona dominating possession but struggling to create significant chances. Surprisingly, the better opportunities fell to Osasuna, who ultimately regretted their lackluster finishing.
The decisive moment unfolded just before the hour mark when Ilkay Gundogan’s precise pass set up Robert Lewandowski, who clinically found the net from the edge of the box. The goal was a crucial breakthrough for Lewandowski, who had struggled to score in his previous nine matches, finding the back of the net only twice.
Despite Osasuna’s late push for an equalizer, Barcelona sealed the victory in stoppage time. Joao Felix orchestrated a well-timed assist to Lamine Yamal, the 16-year-old sensation, who confidently netted his second goal of the season.
With this win, Barcelona earns the opportunity to defend the Supercopa title they claimed last season in Sunday’s final. On the other hand, Osasuna’s maiden Spanish Supercup appearance concludes at the first hurdle, setting the stage for an eagerly anticipated El Clasico showdown in Riyadh.
