El Clásico delivered pure drama in the first half as Barcelona and Real Madrid went into the break locked at 2–2, following a breathtaking 45 minutes in the Spanish Super Cup final played in Jeddah.
Barcelona struck first through Raphinha, who opened the scoring with a composed finish to give the Catalans early control. Real Madrid responded with intensity but struggled to contain Barça’s quick transitions and movement in the final third.
Just when it seemed Barcelona would head into half-time with the advantage, the match erupted into chaos during stoppage time. Robert Lewandowski doubled Barcelona’s lead deep into added time, appearing to put Hansi Flick’s side firmly in command.
However, Real Madrid answered in devastating fashion. Vinícius Júnior pulled one back at 45+2’, injecting belief into Los Blancos, before Gonzalo García stunned Barcelona moments later at 45+7’, completing an incredible comeback before the referee blew for the break.
The first half showcased everything El Clásico is known for—quality, tension, momentum swings, and late drama. With the score level and both sides trading blows, the stage was perfectly set for a thrilling second half with a trophy on the line.
