A packed King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah witnessed yet another unforgettable chapter of El Clásico as 60,000 fans gathered for the Supercopa de España final between Real Madrid and Barcelona on Sunday night.
Hours before kickoff, excitement filled the air. Supporters from all over the world flooded the stadium, chanting, taking selfies, and soaking in the electric pre-match atmosphere.
Among them were young Charlie and his mother Lisa, an English duo who moved to Jeddah six months ago. Proudly donning their Real Madrid jerseys, they shared a special connection with Jude Bellingham, having come from the same Birmingham town—and Charlie was even born in the same hospital as the midfield star.
“We feel incredibly lucky,” Lisa shared. “Charlie has been teaching me about the players, and now he gets to see them live. It’s surreal.”
The family also attended Real Madrid’s semi-final win over Mallorca and were touched by the hospitality they received. “No matter who you support, everyone welcomes you,” Lisa said. “Even in the parking lot and ticket gates, people greet us warmly—even Barcelona fans!”
Meanwhile, siblings Akram and Yassala traveled from Dubai to join the Real Madrid faithful. “The Barcelona fans seem louder now, but that’ll change when Madrid wins,” Akram, 16, predicted before the match. His sister, Yassala, 19, was thrilled by the energy. “It’s an amazing vibe. Everyone is so hyped up, and it’s such a fun experience.”
Inside the stadium, Real Madrid’s Saudi-based supporters club, Blancos KSA, made their presence felt. With rhythmic drumming, giant flags, and stunning tifos, they led the chants behind the goal. “We welcome all fans, not just those in Saudi,” said vice-president Ali Al Baladai. “We want to show our passion and keep growing as a fan club.”
However, despite the overwhelming Madridista presence, it was Barcelona’s night. The Catalan giants delivered a dominant 5-2 victory, leaving their fans in ecstasy and ensuring this historic Supercopa de España showdown in Jeddah would be remembered for years to come.