The Spanish Super Cup final is just one day away, with both Real Madrid and Barcelona set to compete for their first title of 2025. After emerging victorious in their respective semi-finals, the two teams will meet next Sunday. In preparation for this crucial match, both teams are fully focused. Barcelona’s coach, Hansi Flick, has begun preparing early with his staff to ensure the best possible performance against Real Madrid in the upcoming El Clásico.
According to reports from the Spanish newspaper Defensa Central, Flick’s strategy not only includes how to neutralize players like Vinícius, Mbappé, or Bellingham, but also focuses on exploiting potential weaknesses in Real Madrid’s lineup—particularly targeting right-winger Lucas Vázquez.
Flick is aware that Vázquez is not a natural defender and could struggle in one-on-one situations if he doesn’t receive adequate support. As a result, part of Barcelona’s plan will be to exploit this vulnerability, with Raphinha specifically tasked to challenge him. The wings play a key role in Flick’s strategy, with both Lamine Yamal and Raphinha positioned on the flanks.
Given Vázquez’s occasional struggles against fast wingers, Flick sees this as an area Barcelona can take advantage of. The Catalan team is expected to focus their attack on the side Vázquez occupies, which will place significant pressure on him. Tchouaméni and Valverde will need to offer defensive support to help Vázquez, as he faces a challenging match. Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has already warned Vázquez about the tough task ahead, though the player has consistently shown resilience, leadership, and determination in such high-stakes games.
