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The Whites are one title shy of level with Barcelona, ??who are currently hosting the most Spain Supercopas in history. Robert Lewandowski, who missed Barcelona's final LaLiga match due to suspension, is available for the match. While Benzema leads Real Madrid's attack, he is likely to lead Barcelona's attack. However, Karim Benzema has scored 436 career goals in 876 appearances for club and country. The Real Madrid forward has made 97 international appearances for France. He is now Real Madrid's second top scorer in history and has also won the Ballon d'Or. Benzema has won 31 trophies in his career and if he wins his Supercopa in Spain it will be his 32nd title in his football career.
Robert Lewandowski, on the other hand, has scored his 621 goals in his 869 appearances for club and national team. The Barcelona striker has made 138 international appearances for Poland. He is now Bayern Munich's second all-time top scorer and has never won the Ballon d'Or, Lewandowsi has won 27 trophies in his career, and even surpassed Spain in his Supercopa at Barcelona. It would be his 28th title in his career.
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With Xavi and without Lionel Messi, Barcelona's title slump is finally over.
Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 3-1 on Sunday to host the Spanish Super Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It is also giving back to the fans after the rebuilding process that began after Messi's Paris move to Saint-Germain and the arrival of former player Xavi. Another reason he's celebrating 2021 as a coach.
“It has been a difficult few years, with financial difficulties and the departure of Messi,” Xavi said. “It has not been easy to regain positive momentum. Despite all the criticism, we have to work hard from the beginning and keep going. "
Barcelona had not won a trophy since his 2021 Copa del Rey under former coach Ronald Koeman. It was Messi's 35th and final title with Barcelona before leaving amid the club's financial difficulties.
Robert Lewandowski, Gabi and Pedri all scored in the final at the King Fahd Stadium to give Barcelona his first Super Cup win since 2018. Spanish Football Federation.
Gabi opened from close range in the 33rd minute after a pass from Lewandowski who doubled the lead after Gabi assisted on a breakaway near the end of the first half. Gabi also set up a goal for Pedri from close range with another breakaway in the 69th minute. Karim Benzema scored in the second half of stoppage time.
"We knew we couldn't let this opportunity pass," said Barcelona captain Sergio Busquets. “We have been through changes at the club, but I think this win will make us stronger and allow us to continue to compete, continue to improve and continue to fight for titles.
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