ABC to Broadcast 2025 Supercopa de España Final: Real Madrid vs. FC Barcelona

ABC will broadcast the 2025 Supercopa de España Final, featuring the 259th El Clásico between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, on Sunday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m. ET. The match will take place at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, marking the second time ABC Television has aired an El Clásico. ESPN Deportes will provide Spanish-language coverage, while ESPN+ will stream the game live in both English and Spanish.

Coverage of the Final will begin at 1:30 p.m. ET with 30-minute pregame shows on ABC, ESPN+, and ESPN Deportes. The Supercopa de España, also known as the Spanish Super Cup, is one of the most anticipated fixtures in global football, drawing millions of viewers worldwide.

FC Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski, the current top scorer in LALIGA, will be featured in ESPN’s Bicycle Diaries ahead of the match. In this edition, Lewandowski rides alongside reporter Martin Ainstein along the Jeddah Corniche, an 18-mile coastal resort area. The segment will air on ESPN FC and Fuera de Juego, offering fans a unique glimpse into the striker’s mindset before the high-stakes clash.

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed confidence in his team’s preparation, stating, ‘We arrive with a lot of enthusiasm and confidence, as always in the finals.’ Ancelotti emphasized the importance of avoiding past mistakes, referencing Madrid’s 4-0 loss to Barcelona in their last meeting. Despite trailing Barcelona in La Liga standings, Madrid enters the match with momentum after a 3-0 victory over Mallorca.

Madrid’s starting lineup will feature key players such as Thibaut Courtois, Jude Bellingham, and Kylian Mbappe. Barcelona, led by Lewandowski, will aim to replicate their recent dominance over their historic rivals. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams vying for their third trophy of the season.

Surround programming includes pregame and postgame shows on ESPN+ and ABC, ensuring comprehensive coverage for fans. The Supercopa de España Final is not just a football match but a cultural event, uniting fans across the globe in their passion for the sport.