Barcelona fans couldn’t hold back. “Messi! Messi!” echoed through the King Abdullah Sports City in Saudi Arabia during their epic 5-2 win over Real Madrid in the Supercopa de Espana final on Sunday, January 12.
Why the chants? Even though Lionel Messi now plays for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS), his legacy at Barcelona still runs deep. The fans haven’t forgotten their hero. Not even close.
"Messi, "Messi" chants at El Clasico by Barça fans ❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/n7bCB7JGk2
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) January 12, 2025
A Dominant Display on the Pitch
Barcelona came out firing. By halftime? They were already up 4-1. Real Madrid looked out of sorts, struggling to match Barca’s intensity despite gaining a numerical advantage after goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny saw red in the 56th minute for a rough challenge on Kylian Mbappe.
The second half? More drama. Both teams found the net once, but the damage was already done. Final score? 5-2, Barcelona.
Key Stats:
- Possession: Barca 51%, Madrid 49% (neck and neck)
- Passing: Barca completed 376 passes (87% accuracy) vs. Madrid’s 344 passes (85% accuracy)
- Shots: Madrid took 19 shots but only hit the target six times. Barcelona? 14 shots, eight on target. Clinical.
Manager Hansi Flick bagged his first trophy with Barcelona. A huge milestone early in his reign.
Messi’s Influence Still Strong
Messi may have left, but what about his impact? Unmatched. The Argentine legend won the Supercopa de España seven times during his glittering Barcelona career. Fans chanting his name even when he’s thousands of miles away? Proof his magic lives on.
Could Messi Return to Barcelona?
The big question. Could Messi wear the iconic Blaugrana jersey again?
Rumours are swirling. His current Inter Miami contract runs until the end of 2025. But there’s a buzz about a loan clause allowing a European return during the MLS off-season (late fall to February). If true, Messi could rejoin Barcelona as early as 2026.
Imagine the scenes: Messi is back, reigniting the epic El Clasico rivalry—storybook stuff. But for now, Inter Miami has stayed silent on the speculation.
Barcelona’s Legacy Marches On
This dominant Supercopa win, driven by passionate fans and on-point performances, proves Barcelona’s strength. With Hansi Flick at the helm and fans still dreaming of a Messi reunion, the future feels electric.
The message is clear: Messi or not, Barcelona isn’t slowing down.
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