The scorching sands of Saudi Arabia witness another Spanish showdown as FC Barcelona lock horns with CA Osasuna on Thursday, January 12th, in the second semi-final of the Supercopa de Espana. While Real Madrid secured their final berth in a breathtaking 5-3 extra-time win over Atletico Madrid, Barcelona face a seemingly less daunting task against 12th-placed Osasuna.
Xavi’s rejuvenated Barca, riding high on La Liga’s third spot and boasting a three-win run, are hot favorites to join Real in the grand finale. Their recent 2-1 victory over Osasuna, courtesy of Lewandowski’s late strike, further emphasizes their dominance.
However, underestimating Osasuna would be a mistake. The underdog Pampelona outfit possess the spirit of fighters, evidenced by their two wins in their last five games. Jagoba Arrasate’s tactically astute setup coupled with Chimy Avila’s relentless attacking prowess can disrupt even the mightiest of fortresses.
This semi-final transcends a mere cup duel; it’s a test of tactical mastery, a clash of ambition and resilience. Barcelona may hold the upper hand on paper, but Osasuna’s fighting spirit and hunger for silverware could create a dramatic upset.
Tune in at 12:30 AM IST on Thursday, January 12th, as the Al-Awwal Stadium in Riyadh sets the stage for another captivating chapter in Spanish football. Will Barca continue their Supercopa dream, or will Osasuna pull off a monumental heist? Don’t miss a single second of this live spectacle on FanCode!
Key Points:
Real Madrid already in the final after their extra-time win over Atletico Madrid.
Barcelona, fueled by Xavi’s tactics and Lewandowski’s scoring prowess, are favourites.
Osasuna, 12th in La Liga, possess underdog spirit and a dangerous attacker in Chimy Avila.
Live action kicks off at 12:30 AM IST on Thursday, January 12th, on FanCode.
