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Success in Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup win will give Barcelona ‘energy’

Success in Saudi-hosted Spanish Super Cup win will give Barcelona ‘energy’

Summary

Barcelona's coach Hansi Flick is looking to win the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia to boost the team's confidence and performance for the rest of the season. Barcelona will play against Athletic Bilbao in the semifinals, and Flick hopes the victory will give them energy like last season. Ronald Araujo might return to action, and Barcelona is close to signing Joao Cancelo.

Key Facts

  • The Spanish Super Cup takes place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
  • Barcelona will play against Athletic Bilbao in the semifinal.
  • Barcelona aims to win the Spanish Super Cup to boost the team's morale.
  • Coach Hansi Flick was previously with Bayern Munich.
  • Last season, Barcelona won the Super Cup as part of a domestic treble.
  • Ronald Araujo may return after a break following a red card.
  • Joao Cancelo is close to joining Barcelona from Al-Hilal on loan.
  • Athletic Bilbao last won the Super Cup in 2021, defeating Barcelona.

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